Euboea Island
Greece's second-largest island with varied coastline and mountains
Euboea, the long Greek island east of the mainland, draws visitors for beaches and thermal springs, mountain villages, scenic coastal drives and archaeological sites reachable by short crossings.
Euboea at a Glance#
Address: Euboea (Evia) island, Central Greece region
Website: https://www.visitgreece.gr/
About Euboea#
Euboea (also called Evia) is Greece’s second-largest island, running parallel to the eastern Greek mainland and historically important from antiquity through modern times.
Inhabited since prehistoric and classical periods, Euboea played roles in ancient Greek commerce, colonisation and military activity; the island’s towns contain archaeological remains from the Archaic and Classical eras. Over centuries it has been part of Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman spheres before becoming part of modern Greece.
Lying off the eastern coast of mainland Greece, Euboea runs roughly north-south parallel to the mainland and is connected to it in several places by bridges, making it readily accessible from nearby mainland cities.
- Size and connections: The island is the second-largest in Greece and is separated from the mainland by narrow straits that are crossed by road bridges at major towns.
- Thermal springs: Thermal springs at locations such as Edipsos have been used since antiquity and remain a local attraction for spa visitors.
What to See#
- Chalcis (Chalkida): Chalcis (Chalkida) on the western coast, the island’s main town and a bridge link to the Greek mainland.
- Eretria: Eretria and ancient archaeological sites on the western shore, with remains from Archaic and Classical Greek periods.
- Edipsos: Edipsos and northern thermal springs, known for geothermal baths and spa facilities popular since antiquity and into modern times.
How to Get to Euboea#
Euboea is connected to the mainland by bridges near Chalkida; from Athens (about 1-2 hours) one can drive north along the coastal roads or take regional buses to major towns.
Tips for Visiting Euboea#
- Hire a car to explore the island's north-south axis - public ferries and buses are available but limited for rural coves.
- Visit the island's thermal springs and quieter beaches in late spring for mild weather and fewer visitors.
- Explore the narrow coastal villages early in the day to watch fishermen return with fresh catches.
Best Time to Visit Euboea#
Best from late spring to early autumn; summer for beaches, shoulder seasons for hiking and quieter travel.
Weather & Climate near Euboea#
Euboea's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (503 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 5° - 11° | 5° | 72 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 5° - 11° | 5° | 65 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 6° - 13° | 8° | 58 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 9° - 18° | 13° | 33 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 22° | 18° | 24 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 18° - 28° | 23° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 20° - 30° | 25° | 8 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 20° - 29° | 25° | 10 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 17° - 26° | 21° | 17 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 13° - 21° | 17° | 54 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 16° | 13° | 62 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 6° - 12° | 7° | 86 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |