Meltemi season
July to August, the Cyclades
A strong, dry north wind that cools the islands but makes ferries rough. Wear a hat with a strap and bring a windbreaker for sunset spots like Oia.
Highs32°C (90°F)
Lows23°C (73°F)
Rainy days~2
Daylight14.5 h
CrowdsPeak season
July averages for Athens (Elliniko). Source
July is very hot (32°C, heatwaves past 40°C) and busy. The Meltemi wind cools islands but makes ferries rough. Lightest clothes, a wrap for monasteries and a sweater for windy nights.
☀️ By day
Your lightest linen, a sun hat and UV sunglasses. The sites have no shade.
🌙 Evening
A light windproof layer for breezy islands.
What's on in July
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Heatwave closures
July
The Acropolis may close at midday on extreme-heat days. Go at opening time in breathable linen.
July packing essentials
Your July outfit list
- White linen dressCotton maxi dress with sleevesShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shorts or skirtLinen palazzoShop Amazon ↗
- SwimwearFull-coverage swimwearShop Amazon ↗
- Beach cover-upShop Amazon ↗
- Long wrap skirt (monasteries)Shop Amazon ↗
- Grippy flat sandalsShop Amazon ↗
- Linen shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Linen trousers (monasteries)Shop Amazon ↗
- Swim shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Tailored shortsShop Amazon ↗
- Espadrilles or sandalsShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Monasteries and churches: covered shoulders; women in skirts below the knee (wraps are often provided), men in long trousers.
- Beachwear is fine on the beach and in beach bars, but cover up in towns and villages.
- Wear flat shoes with grip for the Acropolis and island steps — heels are banned at some archaeological sites.