15 Jan, 2016
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The weather in Corfu is very pleasant through the year. The climate is pretty warm in the Mediterranean and also known for warm summers and rainy winters. The temperature in winter is too chilly and that makes it very difficult to swim in the shores of Corfu. This is the reason hordes of tourist are drawn during the summer. The best time to visit Corfu has been enlisted below
This is the most appropriate time to visit. In between the rainy winter months and the high tourist season is the pleasant weather and also the sandy beaches. The average temperature of this time is 23-25 degree centigrade. You can sunbathe in the sandy beaches of the area. There is clear sky makes it very convenient to hike and stroll all along the coast. This is also the season for the Greek Easter. You need to book your hotel at two weeks before the prime time otherwise you will not find out a place to stay during the celebration.
The temperature on Corfu rises to a great value during June through August and if you visit the island in this period, you will be left with only one choice and that is to visit the beach. This is the time that you will find innumerable visitors on the beach. Reserve your hotel prior to your visiting time to save money. You will also be able to visit the various carnival of this season if you visit during this time. This is also the best time to visit Corfu, though the heat gets quite unbearable during this time.
If you want to experience a relaxed time then this is the best time to visit Corfu. This time has the prime beach weather. You will not find any crowds during this time. If this is what you want then you should plan a trip for the early fall. This time is ideal for swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. Nonetheless, you can expect to experience a fall in the temperature as and when November approaches. The average temperature during this time is 22 degrees centigrade. This is also the perfect weather for hiking and sight-seeing.
In winter Corfu island experiences rain. During this time the island has about eight inches precipitation per month. This is the time when you can explore several communities of the island just by walking. However, you always have to keep an umbrella in hand. Rain means the temperature will be much cooler than the rest of the year. The average temperature during this time varies from 12 degrees to 16 degrees centigrade. January is the coolest month of the year and the temperature during this time goes down to 10 degrees centigrade. Humidity is also very high at this time. This is also the season where you will be able to see a lot of carnivals. In case you are planning to visit Corfu during this time you should make a reservation at least one month prior to your visit.
