Megalonisi Island

Small uninhabited Greek islet off the Aegean coast

A small islet in the North Aegean, Megalonisi is visited by boat for shoreline swims, coastal birdlife and short coastal excursions from nearby islands.

Megalonisi at a Glance#

How to Get to Megalonisi#

Access is by small private boat or local charter from ports on nearby larger islands in the North Aegean. There is no regular public ferry; check with marinas or local boatmen in the nearest island port for landing options.

Tips for Visiting Megalonisi#

  • If arriving by sea, check local small-boat schedules; the islet is often visited from nearby ports rather than by dedicated ferries.
  • Bring a windproof jacket - Aegean islets can be unexpectedly gusty even on warm days.
  • Look back toward Lesbos (if visible) for dramatic cross-island sightlines and birdlife.

Best Time to Visit Megalonisi#

Best visited in late spring or early autumn when winds are moderate and island-hopping boats run more reliably.

Spring
April-June · 15-24°C (59-75°F)
Wildflowers and migratory birds make the coastline especially pleasing; sea conditions are calmer for small craft.
Summer
July-September · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Warm sea temperatures but more tourist traffic around nearby islands; mid-day can be bright and glaring.

Weather & Climate near Megalonisi#

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (511 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

73 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (57 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

57 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

22 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 27°

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°

Weather

6 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°

Weather

5 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 26°

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (101 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze