Acarnanian Mountains

Mountains Mountain range in Western Greece with rugged terrain

Mountain range in Western Greece running toward the Ionian coast with forested slopes, pastures and coastal outlooks; hikers, mountain bikers and rural travellers use its trails and visit isolated villages.

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Acarnanian Mountains
Acarnanian Mountains (Western Greece)
38.7902, 21.0022
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How to Get to Acarnanian Mountains #

The Acarnanian Mountains are a range in western Greece. They are accessed by regional roads from nearby towns such as Agrinio, Preveza and other settlements on the Aetolia-Acarnania coast; the most practical way to visit is by car. Distances and driving times depend on your starting town in the region, and local county roads lead from the coastal plain up into the foothills where hiking and local access begin.

Best Time to Visit Acarnanian Mountains #

For the Acarnanian Mountains, aim for spring or autumn for the most comfortable hiking weather and stable trail conditions.

Spring and autumn (best for hiking)
April-June, September-October · 10-25°C (50-77°F) depending on elevation
Mild temperatures, lower wildfire risk and good visibility make these months ideal for mountain hikes and scenery.
Summer
July-August · 20-35°C (68-95°F) in lower areas, cooler at higher elevations
Hot in the lowlands but generally manageable in the mountains early/late in the day; afternoon heat can be intense.
Winter
November-March · 0-10°C (32-50°F) at elevation, colder overnight
Cold, wetter conditions with possible snow at higher elevations that can limit access and make trails slippery.

Weather & Climate near Acarnanian Mountains #

Climate

Acarnanian Mountains's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -1°C to 26°C. Abundant rainfall (1007 mm/year), wettest in December.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
-1°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (119 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

119 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

55 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
10° 23°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 28 mm.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

28 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 21°

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
11°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (145 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature

Weather

145 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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