Skopelos travel advice

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

Skopelos travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to Skopelos 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.

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

Why visit Skopelos?

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Skopelos weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
10°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Skopelos Town10
11°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Skopelos Town11
13°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Skopelos Town13
17°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Skopelos Town17
22°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Skopelos Town22
26°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Skopelos Town26
28°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Skopelos Town28
28°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Skopelos Town28
25°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Skopelos Town25
20°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Skopelos Town20
16°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Skopelos Town16
12°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Skopelos Town12
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
9 days with some rainfall in January in Skopelos Town9
9 days with some rainfall in February in Skopelos Town9
8 days with some rainfall in March in Skopelos Town8
8 days with some rainfall in April in Skopelos Town8
7 days with some rainfall in May in Skopelos Town7
4 days with some rainfall in June in Skopelos Town4
3 days with some rainfall in July in Skopelos Town3
3 days with some rainfall in August in Skopelos Town3
3 days with some rainfall in September in Skopelos Town3
7 days with some rainfall in October in Skopelos Town7
9 days with some rainfall in November in Skopelos Town9
10 days with some rainfall in December in Skopelos Town10
Sea temperature °C
14°C sea temperature in January in Skopelos Town14
13°C sea temperature in February in Skopelos Town13
13°C sea temperature in March in Skopelos Town13
14°C sea temperature in April in Skopelos Town14
18°C sea temperature in May in Skopelos Town18
22°C sea temperature in June in Skopelos Town22
25°C sea temperature in July in Skopelos Town25
26°C sea temperature in August in Skopelos Town26
24°C sea temperature in September in Skopelos Town24
21°C sea temperature in October in Skopelos Town21
18°C sea temperature in November in Skopelos Town18
15°C sea temperature in December in Skopelos Town15

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

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Skopelos travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting Skopelos 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 Skopelos.

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

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Skopelos travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Skopelos 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 Skopelos, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Skopelos travel features

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Skopelos FAQs

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

What is the time difference between Skopelos and the UK?

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

What is the main language spoken in Skopelos?

The main language spoken in Skopelos is Greek.

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What is the currency in Skopelos?

The currency in Skopelos is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Skopelos?

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

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

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

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