Tymfristos Mountain
Mountain in Central Greece with alpine terrain
A mountain massif in Central Greece near Karpenisi, with peaks used for hiking and a small ski area (Velouchi). Visitors come for forested slopes, marked trails and winter sports facilities.
Tymfristos at a Glance#
Address: Mount Tymfristos area, Central Greece
How to Get to Tymfristos#
Access by regional roads from Lamia or nearby towns; local roads lead to trailheads. Driving is the most practical method; consult local maps for exact routes.
Tips for Visiting Tymfristos#
- Hire local guides for uphill routes; weather and trail conditions can change rapidly at higher altitude.
- Aim for early starts for ridge walks to avoid afternoon wind and potential thunderstorms in summer.
Best Time to Visit Tymfristos#
Late spring to early autumn is the hiking season; winter conditions make high routes difficult and sometimes dangerous.
Weather & Climate near Tymfristos#
Tymfristos's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) - Warm-Summer Continental (Dry Summer) climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -5°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1031 mm/year), wettest in December.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -5° - 1° | -7° | 118 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -5° - 0° | -8° | 112 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -4° - 3° | -5° | 107 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | -1° - 8° | 3° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 3° - 13° | 6° | 70 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 6° - 18° | 12° | 45 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 41 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 8° - 20° | 14° | 40 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 6° - 17° | 11° | 48 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 3° - 11° | 4° | 99 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | -1° - 6° | -1° | 119 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -3° - 2° | -5° | 130 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |