Kalamata, Greece: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Kalamata, Greece? If you're planning to go to Kalamata, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Kalamata, Greece

Based on the climate and weather in Kalamata, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Kalamata, Greece

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Kalamata, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

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  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly option.


  • A vaccine card protector

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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Kalamata, Greece by month

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January

January is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

In February, Kalamata is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Kalamata, with several of the days of the month having rain. In February, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

If you go to Kalamata in March, you will notice that it can be chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

If you vacation in Kalamata during April, you may find that it is balmy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you vacation in Kalamata during May, you might see that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

If you visit Kalamata during June, you will probably notice that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

Traveling to Kalamata in July, you will notice that it is consistently hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

If you go to Kalamata in August, you will notice that it can be very hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

September is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

If you vacation in Kalamata during October, you are likely to see that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). Humidity is generally around 60 during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

If you visit Kalamata during November, you are likely to find that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December here is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you see a temple, such as Temple of the Visitation of the Saviour, wear:

If you visit the Archeological Museum of Messenia, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

Activities for Kalamata, Greece

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Kalamata.

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