Greece in October: Your guide to weather, events & travel

There’s something quietly beautiful about Greece in October. The bright heat softens into mellow sunshine, perfect for long lunches by the water or wandering narrow village streets where pomegranate trees droop heavy with fruit. In wine country, harvest is underway — you might see grape-laden trucks winding down dusty roads or stumble upon a small festival where locals gather to taste the year’s first press.

You might even find yourself picking olives alongside local families, learning the age-old rhythm of harvest as you drop fruit into baskets and breathe in the earthy scent of crushed leaves. Or, you could spend an afternoon in a hillside village, sharing a table with locals as they roast chestnuts, and pour this year’s first wine. If you want to slip into the rhythms of October — tasting, wandering, and celebrating the season as it unfolds — an advisor on TravelJoy can help you find the places and moments that make it all unforgettable.

October brings mild, pleasant weather to much of Greece. Daytime highs usually hover in the 70s, while evenings are cooler but still comfortable with a light jacket. The sea is often warm enough for swimming early in the month, especially around the islands.

This is also shoulder season, so you’ll notice lighter crowds at archaeological sites, museums, and popular island spots. Prices for hotels and ferries are low compared to the busy summer months, and it’s easier to book charming local stays and tables at popular tavernas.

When you’re planning a trip to Greece in October, keep in mind that some seasonal resorts close and ferries become less frequent. But that slower pace also opens the door to experiences that feel more authentic, like vineyard visits, leisurely meals, and wandering historic towns under softer autumn light. If planning feels overwhelming, you can leave it all to your advisor from TravelJoy, who can piece together the details - be it lining up ferries, finding welcoming hotels, or simply suggesting local festivals and tavernas where fall flavors take center stage.