Milos, Greece: vitamin D, best months and travel guide
Volcanic island of strange white rock beaches. Best for: couples, boat-trip fans.
The best months for vitamin D in Milos are April to October, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday. Too cool from November to March.
Milos month by month
| Month | Rating | Sun window | Peak UV | Full dose, age 30 | Afternoon high | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Too cold | 2.2 h | 2.8 | 19 min | 15°C | 7/30 |
| February | Too cold | 4.3 h | 4.2 | 13 min | 17°C | 2/30 |
| March | Too cold | 6.8 h | 5.8 | 9 min | 18°C | 4/30 |
| April | Excellent | 8.2 h | 7.1 | 8 min | 22°C | 1/30 |
| May | Excellent | 8.9 h | 7.6 | 7 min | 24°C | 1/30 |
| June | Excellent | 9.7 h | 8.4 | 6 min | 31°C | 0/30 |
| July | Excellent | 9.6 h | 8.3 | 6 min | 32°C | 1/30 |
| August | Excellent | 9.0 h | 7.8 | 7 min | 32°C | 0/30 |
| September | Excellent | 7.8 h | 6.7 | 8 min | 29°C | 0/30 |
| October | Good | 6.4 h | 5.3 | 10 min | 24°C | 0/30 |
| November | Too cold | 4.1 h | 3.7 | 14 min | 19°C | 6/30 |
| December | Too cold | 2.1 h | 2.8 | 19 min | 16°C | 15/30 |
Sun window is the number of hours a day with UV Index 2.5 or higher. Full dose is the minutes at midday for about 1,000 IU of vitamin D with a quarter of the body bare, for skin type III. Rainy days are days with at least 1 mm out of 30.
What to expect in Milos
Volcanic island of strange white rock beaches. Hot, dry summers and a strong northern wind (the meltemi) in July and August. Many island hotels close and ferries run less often from November to March. May, June and September give good sun with fewer people.
In Milos afternoon highs average from 15°C in January to 32°C in August. The wettest month is December (about 15 rainy days out of 30) and the driest is October (0). Midday UV peaks at 8.4 in June, which is very strong, so protect your skin.
Questions about Milos
When is the best time to visit Milos for vitamin D?
The best months for vitamin D in Milos are April to October, when a full dose takes about 6 minutes at midday.
What is the weather like in Milos?
Afternoon highs average from 15°C in January to 32°C in August. The wettest month is December, with about 15 rainy days out of 30.
Which months should I avoid in Milos?
For a beach stay, avoid the months when it is too cool from November to March.