Europe · November
Best time to visit Greece in November 🇬🇷
November in Greece is great time to visit. a great time — solid weather and most experiences open, often with fewer crowds than the absolute peak.
Greece year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Greece are May, June, September, October. November is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Greece is like in November
May, Jun, Sep, Oct are the sweet spot. Many islands shut down Nov–Apr. Athens is fine year-round.
Insider tip
Late September is the smartest week of the year for Greek islands.
November by region in Greece
Athens & mainland
shoulderApr–Jun & Sep–Oct ideal.
Cyclades (Santorini, Mykonos, Paros)
shoulderOpen ~mid-Apr to late Oct. Aug is hot, busy, expensive.
Crete & Rhodes
goodLonger season Apr–Oct.
Other countries also at their peak in November
Thailand in November
A tale of two coasts and three seasons.
Vietnam in November
A long country with three climates.
India in November
A subcontinent — pick your region carefully.
Nepal in November
Crystal-clear mountain views in autumn.
South Korea in November
Sharp four-season country.
Cambodia in November
Cool & dry for Angkor.