February 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Thessaloniki. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 11°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Thessaloniki is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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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 February 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.3°C. 14% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Thessaloniki in February
Based on historical data for February 17, Thessaloniki typically experiences temperatures between 2.7°C and 11.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Thessaloniki
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
14%
Avg 0.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~14% chance
Pressure
1020.4 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 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 53 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 80 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 133 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.8°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
72/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~72
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Thessaloniki
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:21
☀️ Noon
12:43
🌇 Sunset
18:06
⏱️ Daylight
10h 44m
Wind Speed
10.5 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Thessaloniki
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 February 17 averages 11.3°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 79/100."
— 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
February 23
12.6°C • 18% rain
Score
81
February 24
12.9°C • 20% rain
Score
81
February 22
12.4°C • 17% rain
Score
80
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📍 Is Thessaloniki Worth Visiting on February 17?
Planning a trip to Thessaloniki on February 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.3°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 72 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 9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.12m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18.6°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -3.4°C in 2021.