Nikiana

What’s the weather like in Nikiana in December?

Nikiana is on the Greek island of Lefkas, just off Greece’s mainland. Greece shares the same winter months as the UK, so December is one of the coldest months of the year to visit. The weather in Nikiana in December is also quite wet, with a significant amount of rainfall throughout the month.

Geographical influences

On the east coast of Lekfas, the picturesque resort of Nikiana faces mainland Greece and has a lush, mountainous backdrop. Lefkas is one of the Ionian Islands, so it has a typically Mediterranean climate, with hot summers and cool winters; December being one of the colder months.

Averages

Nikiana weather in December averages around 14˚C. It’s much warmer than what we’re used to in the UK in the same month, but a lot cooler than the highs that the resort sees in summer. December is the wettest month of the year in Nikiana. There are around 14 rainy days throughout the month, with an average rainfall of 185mm. You’ll need to make sure you wrap up in the evenings too, as temperatures can drop to as low as 6˚C. If you’re feeling brave, the sea temperature in Nikiana in December is 17˚C.