Mystras Μυστράς
Sparta, Greece UNESCO World Heritage Site
Mystras is a UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of a fortified town and archaeological site. It features Byzantine architecture and is one of the 86 sights of Greece listed on this site.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest from June to August, with daily highs reaching about 33 °C and the least rainfall. The rainiest months are November and December, which see about 145 mm and 137 mm of rain respectively. Spring and autumn months offer moderate temperatures and lower rainfall.
Kalamata Airport is the nearest airport, located 30 km away. Mystras is 157 km from the capital, Athens. The site is part of the Sparta Municipality.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is November, with about 145 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 11 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 24 | 30 | 33 | 32 | 28 | 23 | 17 | 13 |
| Average low, °C | 4 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 13 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 13 | 9 | 5 |
| Rainfall, mm | 121 | 79 | 62 | 47 | 25 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 34 | 75 | 145 | 137 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 9 | 10 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 10 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
