Coming from a country with cold & long  winters I know how to appreciate the special charm of  Rhodes during the winter period, with temperatures that allow you to enjoy outside life without getting cold or freezing. If you have the time and the opportunity to skip the cold weather by leaving home during those miserable months, youshould definitely consider the option of spending your time on Rhodes  Island.  Why? Because Rhodes has plenty to offer in winter time!   Let’s start with the weather: Rhodes is situated on the same height as Africa and has an average of over 300 sunny days a year! Just compare Rhodes’ average temperatures with those of Great Britain or Germany Even a jump into the sea might be considerable,many Greeks are winter swimmers on Elli beach Rhodes in winter time gives you a good look at the real Greek daily life. With hardly any tourists around, it will be easy for you to mingle with the Greeks and to share their way of living. Although many restaurants in the more touristic areas will be closed, the true Greek taverns will be open and most villages are very lively. In Rhodes  city life just goes on with it's famous casino and many exquisite restaurants . Over the past year's the medieval city became the No 1 spot for entertainment and is very busy Friday - Sunday