About Kefalonia
With a population of 32,000, Kefalonia or ‘Cephalonia’ is the largest of the Ionian Islands, the capital being the town of Argostoli. The Island is the sixth largest in Greece covering some 737sq kilometres and has 254 km of coastline enjoying a typically Mediterranean climate. The winters are mild, with temperatures usually rising above 5 degrees. By contrast, summers are dry and hot with negligible rainfall in July and August.
Temperatures
| May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | |
| Average daily temperatures (ºC) | 24 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 28 | 19 |
| Average sunshine (hrs) | 9 | 10 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 6 |
The mountainous nature of the Island’s terrain, with its many flowing springs, creates strange geological phenomena. Beautiful rocky shores and sandy beaches surround the Island on all sides. Its mild climate with sunshine most of the days of the year, allow visitors to enjoy the sea and its natural beauties.
Kefalonia statistics
Population - 36,312
Capital - Argostoli
Island size - 907km2 ( 53km long & 38km wide)
Coastline - 237km
Number of beaches - 39 sand/shingle
Language spoken - Greek (English commonly spoken)