What to expect in Rhodes in December
December is a quiet, off-peak month in Rhodes: 17° / 10°, plenty of space at the main sights and some of the best deals of the year. Great if you value space over perfect conditions.
Rhodes weather in December
Typical conditions in Rhodes during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 17°C 63°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 10°C 50°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 61/100 |
| Total rainfall | 157 mm6.2 in |
| Rainy days | 15 |
| Sea temperature | 19°C 67°F |
| Daylight | 9 h 42 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 17°C with lows near 10°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Rhodes — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 17°C by day and about 10°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Rhodes. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 80% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Rhodes in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 25° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 64 |
| November | 20° / 13° | Low | $ | 77 |
| December · This month | 17° / 10° | Low | $ | 74 |
| January | 15° / 9° | Low | $ | 72 |
| February | 15° / 9° | Low | $ | 73 |
These months score higher for Rhodes on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
