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Kos in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Kos in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Kos, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Kos in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Kos in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +22°C and approximately 18 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 42 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+22°C
Avg. max. temperature
+11°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
18 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kos has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Kos in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kos for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +26°C during the day to a minimum of +20°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +23°C.

Is Kos warm or cold in October?

Kos is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +25°C to +22°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +23°C to +20°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Kos:

Water temperature in Kos in October

Water in Kos in October is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +26°C, with an average of +23°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +22°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Kos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.

Can you swim in Kos in October?

The water in Kos in October is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Kos in October

Kos weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+25°C+22°C+19°C
Min. temperature
+17°C+11°C+7°C
Max. temperature
+36°C+36°C+28°C
Rainfall
9 mm42 mm99 mm
Wind
6 m/s5 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C+23°C+20°C
Humidity
76%75%73%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1014 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
261810
Cloudy days
277
Rainy days
2712
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +25°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +22°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 9 mm to 42 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%. Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 6 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 26 sunny days in September to 18 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Kos in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Kos is gradually decreasing during October, going from 11 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last October in Kos?

This is the weather in Kos in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+25°C
2 October
☀️
+26°C
3 October
☀️
+26°C
4 October
☀️
+25°C
5 October
☀️
+23°C
6 October
☀️
+24°C
7 October
☀️
+25°C
8 October
☀️
+24°C
9 October
☀️
+25°C
10 October
☀️
+25°C
11 October
☀️
+25°C
12 October
☀️
+24°C
13 October
☀️
+23°C
14 October
☁️
+23°C
15 October
☀️
+22°C
16 October
☀️
+24°C
17 October
☁️
+23°C
18 October
☀️
+22°C
19 October
☀️
+21°C
20 October
☀️
+23°C
21 October
☀️
+23°C
22 October
☀️
+23°C
23 October
☀️
+25°C
24 October
☀️
+24°C
25 October
☁️
+23°C
26 October
☁️
+24°C
27 October
☀️
+24°C
28 October
☀️
+24°C
29 October
☁️
+24°C
30 October
☁️
+23°C
31 October
☀️
+23°C
In October 2023 Kos had 25 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Kos climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Kos in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+19°C) and the highest in 2018 (+24°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 335 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1062 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kos in October:

Is October a good time to visit Kos?

October is a really good time to go to Kos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kos.

Can you sunbathe in Kos in October?

October has mild temperatures in Kos. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Kos in October?

Yes, the water temperature in Kos in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.

Is Kos rainy in October?

Kos is usually dry in October. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kos in October?

The amount of sunny days in Kos during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Kos

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kos, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.