April 17 is generally a great time to visit Thessaloniki. While there is a slight chance of rain (28%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 19°C weather. Thessaloniki is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Thessaloniki
Currency
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Language
Greek
Driving
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.838
Thessaloniki Weather Forecast for April 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.7°C. 28% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Thessaloniki in April
Based on historical data for April 17, Thessaloniki typically experiences temperatures between 9.7°C and 18.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 28% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Thessaloniki
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
28%
Avg 1.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
54%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Thessaloniki Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 82% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Greece
Flight Traffic
Busy
76/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~76
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Thessaloniki
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:48
☀️ Noon
12:28
🌇 Sunset
19:09
⏱️ Daylight
13h 21m
Wind Speed
12.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Thessaloniki
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Thessaloniki on April 17 averages 18.7°C with a 28% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Thessaloniki Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 12
18.5°C • 13% rain
Score
100
April 13
18.9°C • 13% rain
Score
100
April 11
18.2°C • 12% rain
Score
99
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📍 Is Thessaloniki Worth Visiting on April 17?
Planning a trip to Thessaloniki on April 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.7°C with a 28% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 76 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Greece, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.14m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.7°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 5.6°C in 2020.