December 6 is generally a great time to visit Thessaloniki. While there is a slight chance of rain (38%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Thessaloniki this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Thessaloniki
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Greek
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.838
Thessaloniki Weather Forecast for December 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.9°C. 38% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Thessaloniki in December
Based on historical data for December 6, Thessaloniki typically experiences temperatures between 5.8°C and 11.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 38% 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
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
11.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.3°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
38%
Avg 2.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~38% chance
Pressure
1017.7 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 99% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.9°C
Dry air
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
68/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~68
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Thessaloniki
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:38
☀️ Noon
12:20
🌇 Sunset
17:02
⏱️ Daylight
9h 23m
Wind Speed
10 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
82%
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
💰💰💰 Expensive
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 December 6 averages 11.9°C with a 38% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 72/100."
— 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
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November 29
13°C • 30% rain
Score
81
November 30
13°C • 30% rain
Score
80
December 1
13°C • 31% rain
Score
79
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📍 Is Thessaloniki Worth Visiting on December 6?
Planning a trip to Thessaloniki on December 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.9°C with a 38% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 68 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 14.5°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.24m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.4°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 1.9°C in 2017.