Greece Mykonos Weather in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) — Climate Guide
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) in Mykonos is Low
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) is Low for Mykonos.
Deepest winter month — 80%+ hotels and restaurants closed, cool + rainy (16°C/11°F + 12 rainy days), island in residential mode. Greek Christmas Day (December 25) is a quiet locals' family event without tourist scale. Mykonos New Year's Eve has a small Old Port celebration. Don't visit Mykonos for tourism in December. If on a Greek Cycladic Christmas trip, Athens has better climate + everything open + actual Christmas markets at Syntagma Square.
Travel score
Deepest off-season — Greek Christmas quiet + Athens better
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Weather at a Glance
December averages 16°C / 61°F highs and 11°C / 52°F lows with 12 rainy days and 95mm rainfall — wettest month. Mediterranean winter with 25 km/h winds (50 km/h gusts). Sunrise 7:30 AM, sunset 5:15 PM — 9h 45m daylight (year's shortest). Sea 17°C cold.
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Travel Advice
Don't visit Mykonos in December for tourism. Greek Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year's Eve are quiet locals' events without tourist infrastructure. Athens has actual Christmas markets at Syntagma Square + better climate + everything open. Year-round Coya restaurant remains the only fine dining if you must visit.
Flying In from Overseas
Off-season deep — virtually no international tourists. Greek diaspora returning home for Christmas family gatherings represents the only inbound. Ferries Athens-Mykonos reduced to 1-2/week. Direct European flights ceased.
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Pricing Trends
Off-season pricing: small year-round hotels EUR 60-150/night, transport same as summer, Sakis Grill open EUR 5-15. Greek Christmas Day many restaurants closed (family events).
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
11°C
Rainy Days
12
95mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
74%
Humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
25 km/h
Gusts 50
Sea Temp
17°C
Cool 17°C unswimmable
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
8 μg/m³
PM10
18 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
14°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
25 km/h
Max gust 50 km/h
Activities Recommended for December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Empty island
- Cheapest open hotels EUR 60-150/night
- Greek Christmas atmosphere if you stay overnight
Cons
- 80%+ closed
- Cold + rainy 16/11°C
- Limited everything
- Sea 17°C cold
- Ferries reduced
- No nightlife
December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) Events & Festivals
- Off-season deep — 80%+ closed
- Greek Christmas Day Dec 25 (local atmosphere quiet)
- Greek Orthodox Christmas Eve Jan 7 alternative tradition (some travelers prefer)
- Mykonos New Year's Eve Jan 1 (small Town celebration)
Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) — Full Picture
Deepest winter month — 80%+ hotels and restaurants closed, cool + rainy (16°C/11°F + 12 rainy days), island in residential mode. Greek Christmas Day (December 25) is a quiet locals' family event without tourist scale. Mykonos New Year's Eve has a small Old Port celebration. Don't visit Mykonos for tourism in December. If on a Greek Cycladic Christmas trip, Athens has better climate + everything open + actual Christmas markets at Syntagma Square.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cool + rainy Mediterranean winter. Sweater + waterproof jacket + closed shoes. Layers for wind chill.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
19.3°C
12.7°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
21°C
0.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
23°C
17°C
5.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current14.7°C
9.7°C
10.7/mo
Mykonos Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 9° | 11d·80mm | 4h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 9° | 9d·65mm | 5h | 72% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 10° | 8d·55mm | 6h | 71% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 19° | 12° | 5d·30mm | 8h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 23° | 16° | 3d·15mm | 10h | 67% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 27° | 19° | 1d·5mm | 12h | 63% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 29° | 22° | 0d·1mm | 13h | 60% | 11 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 22° | 0d·1mm | 12h | 61% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 27° | 20° | 2d·15mm | 11h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 23° | 17° | 6d·50mm | 8h | 70% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 19° | 14° | 9d·75mm | 5h | 72% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 11° | 12d·95mm | 4h | 74% | 2 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) a good time to visit Mykonos?
Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) is Low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) averages a high of 16°C and a low of 11°C.
Does it rain much in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) averages 95mm of rainfall over about 12 rainy days.
What should I wear in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
Cool + rainy Mediterranean winter. Sweater + waterproof jacket + closed shoes. Layers for wind chill.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 17:15, with 9h 45m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) air quality (AQI) averages 30, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 8μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Mykonos in December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed)?
In December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed), Mykonos is great for Skip Mykonos / Athens has better December, If on island — Greek Christmas locals' atmosphere + empty Town.
Is December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) peak season in Mykonos?
Mykonos December (Off-Season Deep / Christmas Closed) crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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