Samos travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Samos with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Samos.

Samos travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Samos with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Samos - quick facts
Flight time✝ 4 hours
Time difference UK +2 hours
Language(s) Greek
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

Why visit Samos?

Considering a holiday to the Samos? Here are some of the very good reasons it makes such a wonderful holiday destination be it for beaches or nature to ensure you get the most out of your 2025/2026 escape.

  • Beach babes - beaches
    Beaches
  • Nature lovers - nature & wildlife
    Nature

✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Samos weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
12°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Samos Town12
13°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Samos Town13
15°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Samos Town15
19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Samos Town19
24°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Samos Town24
29°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Samos Town29
31°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Samos Town31
31°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Samos Town31
28°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Samos Town28
22°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Samos Town22
18°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Samos Town18
14°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Samos Town14
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
12 days with some rainfall in January in Samos Town12
10 days with some rainfall in February in Samos Town10
9 days with some rainfall in March in Samos Town9
7 days with some rainfall in April in Samos Town7
5 days with some rainfall in May in Samos Town5
3 days with some rainfall in June in Samos Town3
5 days with some rainfall in July in Samos Town5
4 days with some rainfall in August in Samos Town4
4 days with some rainfall in September in Samos Town4
5 days with some rainfall in October in Samos Town5
8 days with some rainfall in November in Samos Town8
13 days with some rainfall in December in Samos Town13
Sea temperature °C
16°C sea temperature in January in Samos Town16
16°C sea temperature in February in Samos Town16
15°C sea temperature in March in Samos Town15
16°C sea temperature in April in Samos Town16
19°C sea temperature in May in Samos Town19
22°C sea temperature in June in Samos Town22
23°C sea temperature in July in Samos Town23
24°C sea temperature in August in Samos Town24
23°C sea temperature in September in Samos Town23
21°C sea temperature in October in Samos Town21
19°C sea temperature in November in Samos Town19
17°C sea temperature in December in Samos Town17

The Samos weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Samos Town.

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Samos travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Samos from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Samos.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Samos travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Samos with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Samos, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Samos travel features

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Samos FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Samos including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

What is the flight time to Samos from the UK?

The flight time to Samos from the UK is typically 4 hours.

Flights to Samos

What is the time difference between Samos and the UK?

The time difference between Samos and the UK is UK time+2 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Samos?

The main language spoken in Samos is Greek.

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What is the currency in Samos?

The currency in Samos is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Samos?

Samos uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Samos?

They drive on the right side of the road in Samos.

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