Nafplio

City in Greece

Tiryns
Pictured: Tiryns · Photo: Alun Salt, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Nafplio is a city in Greece with a population of about 14,500 people. It is located 94 km from Athens and attracts visitors with its historical landmarks.

What to see

The area features significant historical sites, including the UNESCO-listed Tiryns and the Arkadiko Bridge.

When to go

The warmest months are June, July, and August, with daily highs reaching 31 °C to 33 °C and minimal rainfall. April and May offer milder temperatures, ranging from 20 °C to 25 °C, with less rain than the winter months. November, December, and January are the wettest, with rainfall between 59 mm and 71 mm, and cooler temperatures that drop to lows of 6 °C to 11 °C.

Getting there

Travelers can reach Nafplio via Kalamata Airport, which is 88 km away. Alternatively, Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport serves as a major hub located 109 km from the city.

Top sights in Nafplio

  1. TirynsUNESCOTiryns
  2. Arkadiko BridgeArkadiko Bridge

Weather by month

The warmest month is July, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is November, with about 71 mm of rain.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high, °C121316202531333329231714
Average low, °C66711152023232016118
Rainfall, mm62504330191091220407159
Rainy days1391056744661111

Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Nafplio (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.

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