Zante (Zakynthos), the third largest of the seven Ionian islands, is located opposite the coast of Ilia prefecture
in Peloponnese and south of Kefallonia. Zante enjoys over 3000 hours of sunshine each year. Zante is particularly suitable for holidays all round the year. The winter weather is mild with relatively high temperatures (5-15°) and sufficient sunlight (approx. 4,5 hours daily). Zante’s weather is typically Mediterranean, meaning that is pleasant all year round. Spring is impressive and offers the visitor the privilege to enjoy the orgy of vegetation and colours.

Zante is very popular with tourists having the essential ingredients of sun, sand, sea and night life. Zante is
very popular with families because of the number of sandy beaches which slope gently into the sea making them safe for small children. In addition, the island has many ancient sites, picturesque villages, & provides a range
of activities to suit all tastes. The most popular time to visit Zante is in the summer when the weather is just bliliant.
The temperature range is from 20 to 38 degrees. As with Kefalonia, nightlife in Zante caters for all tastes. In areas such as Zante town and particularly in Laganas the vibrant nightlife continues until the small hours of the morning.

The Greek islands are always a popular holiday choice and, in addition to Zante (also named and Zakynthos),
 villas in Corfu remain a firm favourite with those who like style, peaceful surroundings and great weather condition.
Summer is the most popular season - Zante disposes of picturesque beaches and its crystal clear waters
invite the visitors to swim, snorkel and dive and forget all about work and trouble. Autumn is the season of vintage - the period Zante island gets the smell of grapes. It is the best time of the year to get to know the island's daily life, people and nature. Due to rainny weather in winter, Zante is much greener than many other Greek islands and the weather is favourable for the cultivation of olives, citrus fruits and vines. One of the major reasons that holidaymakers choose Zante  (Zakynthos) as their holiday destination is the hot weather and the nice climate

The winter's weather in Zante can best be described as mild but wet. A mixture of bright, warm days
interspersed with long periods of heavy rain, sometimes horizontal with Beaufort 8+ winds. Snow (apart from the last 3 years!) is rare, although it can be seen on the higher mountains. Day temperatures around Zante are usually 10-20°C, although it can feel a lot colder in the wind and rain, and at night it can sometimes dip as low as 5°C. Winter in Zante can be quite wet, most of the yearly rainfall occurs between October and February.
It is also a windy time to and winter months can see a fair amount of stormy weather. South Zante has a warmer weather / climate than North Zante: higher temperatures, less wind and less rain.