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Thessaloniki in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Thessaloniki in November 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
November could be a good time to visit Thessaloniki, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +15°C, and there are typically 8 sunny days in November. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 75 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+26°C
Max.
75 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Thessaloniki has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Thessaloniki in November

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

The expected average maximum temperature in November is +18°C with a maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +4°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +17°C.

Is Thessaloniki warm or cold in November?

Thessaloniki is typically mild in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +21°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +9°C.

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

Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Thessaloniki:

Water temperature in Thessaloniki in November

Water in Thessaloniki in November is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +20°C, with an average of +18°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Thessaloniki are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Thessaloniki in November?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Thessaloniki in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Thessaloniki in November

Thessaloniki weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+21°C+15°C+10°C
Min. temperature
+3°C-3°C-9°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+26°C+22°C
Rainfall
66 mm75 mm77 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+21°C+18°C+15°C
Humidity
69%74%75%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1018 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
1188
Cloudy days
999
Rainy days
101312
Snowy days
001

November typically has worse weather conditions compared to October. It’s getting colder in November. From +21°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +15°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 66 mm to 75 mm. Humidity rises from 69% to 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in October to 8 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Thessaloniki in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Thessaloniki is gradually increasing during November, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Thessaloniki based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 75 mm, with a 50% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. November is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
November is one of the rainiest months in Thessaloniki, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Thessaloniki wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last November in Thessaloniki?

This is the weather in Thessaloniki in November 2023:
1 November
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+25°C
2 November
☀️
+23°C
3 November
☀️
+23°C
4 November
🌧️
+20°C
5 November
☀️
+23°C
6 November
☀️
+26°C
7 November
☀️
+24°C
8 November
☁️
+21°C
9 November
☀️
+20°C
10 November
🌧️
+17°C
11 November
☁️
+20°C
12 November
☁️
+20°C
13 November
☀️
+20°C
14 November
☁️
+20°C
15 November
☀️
+19°C
16 November
☀️
+18°C
17 November
☀️
+17°C
18 November
🌧️
+12°C
19 November
☀️
+12°C
20 November
☀️
+18°C
21 November
☁️
+17°C
22 November
🌫️
+15°C
23 November
🌫️
+17°C
24 November
☀️
+18°C
25 November
🌧️
+17°C
26 November
☀️
+7°C
27 November
☀️
+10°C
28 November
☀️
+11°C
29 November
☁️
+18°C
30 November
☀️
+17°C
In November 2023 Thessaloniki had 17 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +26°C and a minimum of +7°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 20 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Thessaloniki in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+18°C) and the highest in 2013 (+23°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 258 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1565 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Thessaloniki in November:

Is November a good time to visit Thessaloniki?

It’s always a good time to visit Thessaloniki, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Thessaloniki in November?

November has mild temperatures in Thessaloniki. 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 Thessaloniki in November?

In general, you can swim in Thessaloniki in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Thessaloniki rainy in November?

Thessaloniki is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Thessaloniki in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Thessaloniki in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Greece

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Monthly weather in Thessaloniki

Source of the data

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