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Mykonos in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Mykonos in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Mykonos in August 2024

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
August is an ideal time to visit Mykonos if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +27°C and about 30 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 1 mm of precipitation over an average of 0 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.
Good to know:
  • August is usually the hottest month of the year in Mykonos;

Average weather

☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+20°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
30 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mykonos has great weather in August.

Average temperature in Mykonos in August

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

Going from a maximum of +36°C during the day to a minimum of +22°C during the night, the temperature in August averages around +30°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°C to +30°C.

Is Mykonos warm or cold in August?

Mykonos is typically warm in August.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +27°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +24°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

August is the hottest month in Mykonos, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Mykonos in August

Mykonos weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+27°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+19°C+20°C+15°C
Max. temperature
+40°C+38°C+36°C
Rainfall
0 mm1 mm4 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Humidity
68%70%71%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1009 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
313025
Cloudy days
015
Rainy days
000
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as great as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +27°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 1 mm. Humidity rises from 68% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 6 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 31 sunny days in July to 30 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Mykonos in August 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 Mykonos is gradually decreasing during August, going from 7 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Mykonos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 14 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. Mykonos is amazing in August with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Mykonos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 70 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 August in Mykonos?

This is the weather in Mykonos in August 2023:
1 August
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+30°C
2 August
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+30°C
3 August
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+30°C
4 August
☀️
+29°C
5 August
☀️
+29°C
6 August
☀️
+28°C
7 August
☀️
+29°C
8 August
☀️
+30°C
9 August
☀️
+29°C
10 August
☀️
+28°C
11 August
☀️
+29°C
12 August
☀️
+29°C
13 August
☀️
+29°C
14 August
☀️
+35°C
15 August
☀️
+29°C
16 August
☀️
+32°C
17 August
☀️
+31°C
18 August
☀️
+32°C
19 August
☀️
+36°C
20 August
☀️
+33°C
21 August
☀️
+31°C
22 August
☀️
+32°C
23 August
☀️
+34°C
24 August
☀️
+28°C
25 August
☀️
+29°C
26 August
☁️
+29°C
27 August
☀️
+29°C
28 August
☀️
+30°C
29 August
☀️
+32°C
30 August
☀️
+29°C
31 August
☀️
+30°C
In August 2023 Mykonos had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +36°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 59%, with a maximum of 87% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Mykonos in August has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+25°C) and the highest in 2021 (+33°C). The driest year was 1997 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mykonos in August:

Is August a good time to visit Mykonos?

Yes, August is a great time to go to Mykonos, 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 Mykonos.

Can you sunbathe in Mykonos in August?

August is warm in Mykonos. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Mykonos rainy in August?

Mykonos is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Mykonos in August?

Yes, Mykonos is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Mykonos

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mykonos, 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.