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Kos in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Kos in October and see if it is worth visiting.
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October

Weather in Kos in October 2024

Great Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
October is an ideal time to visit Kos if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +22°C and about 19 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 43 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+22°C
Avg. max. temperature
+11°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
43 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
19 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kos has great 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

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +22°C with a maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +19°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 67% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +21°C.

Is Kos warm or cold in October?

Kos is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go up 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:

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 mm43 mm97 mm
Wind
6 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Humidity
76%75%73%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
271911
Cloudy days
2912
Rainy days
137
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as great as in 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 43 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 27 sunny days in September to 19 in October.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 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 increasing during October, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Kos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 6 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. Kos is amazing in October with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 146 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Kos?

This is the weather in Kos in October 2023:
1 October
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+25°C
2 October
☀️
+25°C
3 October
☀️
+24°C
4 October
☀️
+23°C
5 October
☀️
+23°C
6 October
☀️
+23°C
7 October
☀️
+23°C
8 October
☀️
+22°C
9 October
☀️
+22°C
10 October
☀️
+22°C
11 October
☀️
+21°C
12 October
☀️
+21°C
13 October
☀️
+21°C
14 October
☁️
+21°C
15 October
🌧️
+21°C
16 October
☀️
+23°C
17 October
☀️
+23°C
18 October
☀️
+22°C
19 October
☀️
+21°C
20 October
☀️
+22°C
21 October
☀️
+22°C
22 October
☀️
+20°C
23 October
☀️
+20°C
24 October
☀️
+23°C
25 October
☀️
+22°C
26 October
☀️
+22°C
27 October
☀️
+23°C
28 October
☀️
+22°C
29 October
☀️
+21°C
30 October
☀️
+21°C
31 October
☀️
+21°C
In October 2023 Kos had 29 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +22°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +20°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 62%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 13 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 1979 (+22°C) and the highest in 2019 (+29°C). The driest year was 1992 with only 2 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1994 with 238 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kos in October:

Is October a good time to visit Kos?

Yes, October is a great time to go to Kos, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a 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!

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, 2022.

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.