Weather in Ikaria Island. Actual conditions and forecast
Week forecast for temperature, rain and cloudiness
Map of wind conditions for Ikaria Island area
Map of Ikaria Island temperature forecast
1. You can zoom in to Ikaria Island using the '+' button, or check temperatures around the globe by the '-' button.2. Besides this, you can grab the map by your mouse button and move it to see the temperature in other regions.
This temperature map is centered around Ikaria Island. The map is real-time and interactive.
Rain forecast for Ikaria Island area
1. Using the control panel above this map, you can check the rain forecast for Ikaria Island for any period within next 10 days.2. Via the top control panel, you can check the following weather parameters: Temperature, Cloud cover, Precipitation, Wind and Pressure.
This precipitation forecast map is centered around Ikaria Island. The map is also real-time and interactive.
Climate in Greece and weather forecast - best seasons for visit
Conditionally, the entire territory of Greece can be divided into three climatic zones. The Mediterranean climate dominates in the south of the country and in the cente. The north-eastern part features a moderate climate. The rest of the territory has the Alpine climate. In general, the subtropical climate manifests itself in Greece in all its glory. Contrast allows you to enjoy all the seasons in full. Air masses, dry and hot, create an ideal environment for a beach holiday in summer. In winter, cold cyclones with incessant rains prevail here. Winter in the Balkans brings the cloudy weather; it rains sometimes. It is worth noting that the air temperature in the mountains drops by 6-7 degrees with each kilometer. That's why snow lies at the tops of the mountains of Greece till summer. In lowland areas, the average air temperature in winter is about 10-12C in the daytime. At night, the temperature drops to +7C. In the north, there may even be minor frosts at night. … OpenSights of Ikaria Island - photogallery
Ikaria Island guide chapters
Ikaria Island sightseeing
Many important sights can be found in the capital of the island, Agios Kirikos. The Archaeological Museum, as well as the Agios Kirikos Monastery that is one of the oldest on the island operates there. The important archaeological site, where the antique acropolis has being hundreds of years ago, is not far from the capital. A great place for hiking is the port city of Evdhilos. A huge number of beautiful buildings … Open
Cultural excursion through Ikaria Island - things to see
Christos Rachon is considered to be a local landmark. This village never sleeps! More precisely, the locals sleep during the daytime and have a night lifestyle. Diapori islet is well known for a wonderful Church of the Resurrection. Be sure to visit Nas town. It was an important island port in antiquity. The settlement was named after Artemis Tauropolos who was a patron of seafarers. The ruins of the ancient port … Open
Top hotels with reviews
Guests of Ikaria can choose a hotel for everyone, as there are very attractive beach hotels and wellness centers. Those who wish to improve their health during vacations would like Marina hotel. It’s situated in the heart of the picturesque mountain village Terme, famous for its mineral springs. A few minutes’ walk shares the hotel from the coast. The facility occupies an amazing stone building in … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Enthusiastic naturalists will surely love Ikaria. You should definitely visit Chalari Gorge which is located close to Nas settlement. It is a bioreserve protected by international organization Natura. Thousands of rare birds which are considered to be endangered species in Greece, Europe and around the world come to this wild place during seasonal migration. However, Ikaria hasn’t changed not only in the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
You can’t plunge into the culture of a country without trying its national dishes. You should definitely miss a couple of meals at your hotel and visit the local taverns. It is easy to find a tavern on the island. Locals have a special ritual. They meet with friends and family in a tavern and spend an evening chatting, drinking local alcohol and eating traditional food under folk music. Original Greek dishes … Open
Traditions and mentality of Ikaria Island
While communicating with Greeks remember that some of the gestures have peculiar meaning here. For example, they express any objections by raising their eyebrows and their whole head upwards, while softly clicking with their tongue. When locals signal to somebody to join them, they extend their arms with their palms facing downwards. Greeks touch or pat the lower lip with the index finger when they want to say … Open