Alonissos: When to Go

We think April, May and October are the nicest months to visit. In spring the wildflowers are sensational, it’s not too hot to explore its many well-marked footpaths, beaches and off-shore islands, and the summer holiday-makers haven’t yet arrived (not that there are many on Alonissos). August is the busiest month, with a small influx of Greeks. Late September and October are perfect for swimming, as the sea is still beautifully warm and there are very few people around - sometimes you feel as if you have the island almost to yourself.