Best Greek islands for off-season travel (Late October-November)? [closed]

I'm currently traveling around Greece in my usual way, without a plan or schedule (Those remind me too much of work).

So I'm in the Patras area and thinking about checking out Kefalonia, but I know it is well into the off-season and a lot of stuff will be closed. I wasn't planning on swimming and like the idea of the solitude of a fairly deserted island. I'm not looking for the party atmosphere of Mikanos, parades, or anything fancy, however, I don't want to be completely cut off from basic services and availability of some tours, historic sites, or other activities. If I'm interested mainly in the natural beauty of the island and sightseeing is it still worthwhile to visit this island in the off-season at all or is it a complete ghost town?

Are there better islands that are a better choice for the down-season? I'm open to just about any of them (don't have to be Ionian) since I have plenty of time left on this trip to just roam.

So long story short: What islands are best bets when traveling in the winter months?

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Best Answer

To get good weather, you want to be as far south as you can. Crete, Rhodes, Kos and Karpathos all will meet a budget easily.

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Which Greek island is warmest in October?

Crete is the hottest island in Greece in October. The day time weather can still have temperatures in the mid 20s and the sea is warm enough to swim in.

Which Greek island has the best weather in November?

Cyprus. There's one island that offers near guaranteed warm weather and long days of sunshine in November, and that's Cyprus. It's a longer flight than to most Greek islands, but worth it if you want fine weather.

Do the Greek islands close in October?

The same with tavernas and shops, those who rely on the tourist trade will close in October but there's still enough open for the locals who reside on the island year-round (mostly in Fira or Oia) to ensure you can shop for all the essentials and can enjoy a traditional meal out in the evenings.

Is October a good month to visit the Greek islands?

The best time to visit the Greek islands, like Santorini, Mykonos, Corfu and Kefalonia (Argostoli), is in October when the weather is still warm and the crowds are few. The Greek islands are an all-year-round vacation destination, with temperatures ranging from 50\xb0F (10\xb0C) to approximately 100\xb0F (38\xb0C).

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