The Essential Wedding Guide to Greek Weather

What’s more symbolic than getting married to your soulmate at the beginning of the year? Known for its winter wonders and fresh starts, January is a great month to tie the knot and Say I Do to forever. Bonus point: it’s a low wedding season so you’ll surely score your favorite venue and prospective wedding vendors without too much competition!

Give love on the month of love! Slightly warmer than January, February is also a wonderful month for cold and intimate I Do’s. Since there are not many tourists around this month, you’ll be able to enjoy cheaper prices and lesser crowd during your stay. Besides, getting married in February presents more date-selection freedom because there are no Bank Holidays to worry about!

Bringing the first hints of Greek spring, March is a perfect choice for couples who prefer a breezy indoor wedding without the bitter coldness of the previous months.

April is the official month of saying goodbye to the gray skies of Greece.

The surroundings are still windy, but the heavens are already enlaced with white clouds and blue skies throughout the month!

May is the warmest month of the spring season! If you want to do a tropical-vibe celebration without the crowd and the intense heat of the summer season, the 5^th month is your best shot!

With the first indications of summer, June is a great choice for couples who crave warm weather without the dramatic number of local and international tourists.

July is essentially the official start of the Greek summer season! Compared to the previous months of the year, July offers more flights, and all the establishments are opening in the Greek islands.

July is generally less touristy than August, so getting hitched on the Greek beaches is still recommended!

The 8^th month of the year is the warmest, the busiest, and the priciest month among the twelve! Tourist spots are crowded, the beaches are packed, and the traffic jam is crazy, but don’t worry!

You can avoid these disadvantages by planning your wedding strategically. For instance, you can avoid the crowded shores by doing your big day in a vineyard! If, however, you are really keen about having a beach wedding, avoiding the weekdays and doing it on a Thursday (the least touristic day) will do the trick.

Here comes the stunning colors of autumn! Though September is also a high wedding season, it’s not as crazy as August and the weather is essentially cooler than the previous month.

And oh, the Greek island venues and establishments are still continuous in their operations!

The 10^th month of the year is usually the time when the islands’ venues and establishments are closing their operations. If you want to get married on a Greek island during October, you should do it in the first week!

To avoid uncertainty, you can also opt to do your wedding in the country’s mainland. Aside from Athens, the towns of Patras, Peloponnese, and Aigio are also festooned with gorgeous spots and picturesque venues!

Being the last month of fall, November is your last shot for pulling off your autumnal palette.

Since the winter season is coming closer, hosting your wedding in an indoor venue is the most practical option.

Nothing beats the jolly atmosphere of December! Though it is the gateway to the winter season, the 12^th month is filled with love, joy, and warmth of the holidays.

PS: Due to Christmas parties, December is also a peak season for venues and event vendors. Book your wedding early if you’re planning to tie the knot on this beautiful month.