GreeceThe weather in August in Chánia
It's hot in August in Chánia with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 20°C.
August is a good month to be in Chánia for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Chánia, Greece. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 43°C in 2021, Chánia reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 21 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for Chánia
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chánia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Chánia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 35°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 17°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 21 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Chánia with hot temps, averaging around 35°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 34°C, with nights around 19°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Chánia is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Chánia, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Chánia
Temperature in August in Chánia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Chánia, Greece. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Chánia
Total precipitation in August in Chánia over the years
Daily UV index in August in Chánia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Chánia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Chánia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chánia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.