Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and the capital of the region of Central Macedonia. Located in the northern part of the country, it lies on the Thermaic Gulf of the Aegean Sea. With a population of over one million, it is an important cultural, economic, and educational hub in the region.
Thessaloniki was founded in 315 BC by King Cassander of Macedon, and was named after his wife, Thessalonike, the half-sister of Alexander the Great. It quickly grew to become an important trading port and center of culture, and was an important city during the Byzantine Empire. In 1430, Thessaloniki was conquered by the Ottoman Empire and its population increased significantly due to the influx of Sephardic Jews.
Thessaloniki is known for its rich cultural heritage, with many ancient monuments and buildings still standing today. The White Tower, a symbol of the city, was built in the 16th century by the Ottoman Empire and is now a popular tourist attraction. The city also has many museums, galleries, and theaters.
Thessaloniki is also known for its lively nightlife, with many bars, clubs, and restaurants. The city also hosts many festivals throughout the year, including the Thessaloniki International Film Festival, one of the most important film festivals in Europe.
Thessaloniki is a vibrant city with a unique blend of traditional Greek culture and modern European influences. It is an important center for business, education, and culture, and is a popular destination for tourists from around the world.
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Thessaloniki, Greece has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. In the summer months (June-August), temperatures average around 28°C (82°F) during the day with lows around 20°C (68°F) at night. The city experiences very little rainfall during this time of year. In the fall (September-November), temperatures cool down to an average of around 18°C (64°F) during the day with lows around 10°C (50°F) at night. Rainfall increases during this season, with October usually receiving the most precipitation. In the winter (December-February), temperatures drop to an average of around 8°C (46°F) during the day with lows around 4°C (39°F) at night. Snowfall is rare, but not unheard of. In the spring (March-May), temperatures begin to warm up again to an average of around 15°C (59°F) during the day with lows around 8°C (46°F) at night. Rainfall continues to increase until May when it reaches its peak.
Our weather forecast for Thessaloniki helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Oct. 7th 2024 Oct. 7th 2024 | max: 23.3 °C min: 17.1 °C |
12.2 m/s 19.1 m/s |
4.0 % 24.1 m |
66.6 % 1,015 hPa |
07:31:09 19:00:11 |
|
Oct. 8th 2024 Oct. 8th 2024 | max: 22.7 °C min: 15.5 °C |
6.5 m/s 10.1 m/s |
36.4 % 24.1 m |
73.8 % 1,019 hPa |
07:32:11 18:58:35 |
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Oct. 9th 2024 Oct. 9th 2024 | max: 22.2 °C min: 16.5 °C |
6.5 m/s 18.4 m/s |
43.9 % 24.1 m |
84.6 % 1,014 hPa |
07:33:14 18:56:59 |
|
Oct. 10th 2024 Oct. 10th 2024 | max: 26.6 °C min: 17.9 °C |
10.1 m/s 8.3 m/s |
72.8 % 24.1 m |
72.0 % 1,010 hPa |
07:34:17 18:55:24 |
|
Oct. 11th 2024 Oct. 11th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 19.1 °C |
11.5 m/s 9.7 m/s |
50.5 % 24.1 m |
57.0 % 1,010 hPa |
07:35:20 18:53:50 |
|
Oct. 12th 2024 Oct. 12th 2024 | max: 28.0 °C min: 18.8 °C |
7.2 m/s 11.2 m/s |
46.0 % 24.1 m |
56.3 % 1,013 hPa |
07:36:24 18:52:16 |
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Oct. 13th 2024 Oct. 13th 2024 | max: 25.7 °C min: 20.1 °C |
12.2 m/s 10.1 m/s |
36.2 % 24.1 m |
58.9 % 1,017 hPa |
07:37:28 18:50:43 |
|
Oct. 14th 2024 Oct. 14th 2024 | max: 26.8 °C min: 18.4 °C |
9.7 m/s 9.4 m/s |
2.2 % 24.1 m |
61.2 % 1,020 hPa |
07:38:32 18:49:11 |
|
Oct. 15th 2024 Oct. 15th 2024 | max: 23.6 °C min: 18 °C |
13.7 m/s 12.2 m/s |
47.3 % 24.1 m |
64.3 % 1,021 hPa |
07:39:37 18:47:40 |
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Oct. 16th 2024 Oct. 16th 2024 | max: 23.4 °C min: 16.5 °C |
16.6 m/s 39.6 m/s |
52.2 % 24.1 m |
61.3 % 1,019 hPa |
07:40:42 18:46:09 |
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Oct. 17th 2024 Oct. 17th 2024 | max: 22.2 °C min: 16.8 °C |
11.5 m/s 11.2 m/s |
41.9 % 24.1 m |
62.4 % 1,013 hPa |
07:41:47 18:44:39 |
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Oct. 18th 2024 Oct. 18th 2024 | max: 22.6 °C min: 15.1 °C |
12.6 m/s 12.6 m/s |
19.4 % 23.8 m |
64.5 % 1,005 hPa |
07:42:53 18:43:10 |
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Oct. 19th 2024 Oct. 19th 2024 | max: 18.0 °C min: 12.8 °C |
23.4 m/s 40.3 m/s |
88.4 % 21.5 m |
65.2 % 1,004 hPa |
07:43:59 18:41:42 |
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Oct. 20th 2024 Oct. 20th 2024 | max: 18.2 °C min: 10.7 °C |
17.3 m/s 41.0 m/s |
18.1 % 24.1 m |
48.2 % 1,014 hPa |
07:45:05 18:40:15 |
Would you like to travel to Thessaloniki on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Thessaloniki.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Oct. 8th 2024 Tuesday, 8th of Oct. 2024 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 09:00 pm | |
Oct. 12th 2024 Saturday, 12th of Oct. 2024 | Seven Seas Navigator | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Oct. 23rd 2024 Wednesday, 23rd of Oct. 2024 | Celebrity Infinity | 07:30 am | 08:00 pm | |
Nov. 1st 2024 Friday, 1st of Nov. 2024 | Celebrity Infinity | 07:30 am | 08:00 pm | |
Nov. 2nd 2024 Saturday, 2nd of Nov. 2024 | Silver Whisper | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Nov. 5th 2024 Tuesday, 5th of Nov. 2024 | MSC Musica | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Nov. 12th 2024 Tuesday, 12th of Nov. 2024 | Silver Spirit | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Nov. 13th 2024 Wednesday, 13th of Nov. 2024 | Silver Spirit | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Feb. 4th 2025 Tuesday, 4th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 5th 2025 Wednesday, 5th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Feb. 15th 2025 Saturday, 15th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 16th 2025 Sunday, 16th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Feb. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Mar. 8th 2025 Saturday, 8th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Mar. 9th 2025 Sunday, 9th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Mar. 18th 2025 Tuesday, 18th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Mar. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Mar. 19th 2025 Wednesday, 19th of Mar. 2025 | Silver Dawn | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Mar. 29th 2025 Saturday, 29th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Mar. 30th 2025 Sunday, 30th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Apr. 8th 2025 Tuesday, 8th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 10:30 am | 12:00 am | |
Apr. 9th 2025 Wednesday, 9th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 12:00 am | 02:00 pm | |
Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | LE LAPEROUSE | 08:00 am | 11:59 pm | |
Apr. 20th 2025 Sunday, 20th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Apr. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Apr. 2025 | Vasco da Gama | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 8th 2025 Thursday, 8th of May 2025 | EXPLORA I | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | Seven Seas Splendor | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
May 14th 2025 Wednesday, 14th of May 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 28th 2025 Wednesday, 28th of May 2025 | EXPLORA I | 09:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
May 29th 2025 Thursday, 29th of May 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 7th 2025 Saturday, 7th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 10th 2025 Tuesday, 10th of Jun. 2025 | Silver Whisper | 07:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Jun. 12th 2025 Thursday, 12th of Jun. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 17th 2025 Tuesday, 17th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 17th 2025 Tuesday, 17th of Jun. 2025 | Silver Muse | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Jun. 25th 2025 Wednesday, 25th of Jun. 2025 | EXPLORA I | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Jun. 26th 2025 Thursday, 26th of Jun. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 27th 2025 Friday, 27th of Jun. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 04:00 pm | |
Jun. 28th 2025 Saturday, 28th of Jun. 2025 | Silver Muse | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Jul. 10th 2025 Thursday, 10th of Jul. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Jul. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jul. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Jul. 2025 | EXPLORA I | 09:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jul. 24th 2025 Thursday, 24th of Jul. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Jul. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 5th 2025 Tuesday, 5th of Aug. 2025 | Azamara Pursuit | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Aug. 5th 2025 Tuesday, 5th of Aug. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 11th 2025 Monday, 11th of Aug. 2025 | Norwegian Viva | 08:30 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 20th 2025 Wednesday, 20th of Aug. 2025 | EXPLORA I | 09:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Aug. 21st 2025 Thursday, 21st of Aug. 2025 | Celebrity Infinity | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm |
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