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GreeceThe climate of Crete
The current climate in Crete features temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C to a low of 16°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 24°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 9°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Crete, Greece.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Crete in recent years was 40°C in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 4°C in January 2017.
Precipitation and snowfall
On average, Crete gets 641 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 1,6 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
The climate in Crete is based on weather data from Heraklion. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Crete to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Crete?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Crete is March through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Crete. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Crete
The climate table of Crete shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 16 | 16 | 18 | 21 | 25 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 28 | 25 | 21 | 18 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 16 | 20 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 18 | 15 | 11 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 129 | 104 | 77 | 33 | 17 | 11 | 2,2 | 4,3 | 15 | 71 | 62 | 115 |
| Snow (cm) | 1,6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| UV Index | 5 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Crete
Yearly Temperature in Crete
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Crete, 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.
Average Precipitation per Month in Crete
Total Yearly Precipitation in Crete
Average Snowfall per Month in Crete
Total Yearly Snowfall in Crete
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Crete, Greece. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Crete
Weather experiences in Crete
The weather in Crete is rated an average of 3,8 out of 5 stars by 12 visitors. Have you been to Crete? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Stefan
Fresh mornings gave way to sunny afternoons. We had a few rainy days, but overall the weather was lovely!
Jeroen van der FlierIn Crete enjoyed sun-drenched days in July. Perfect blue sky without a cloud, pleasant temperatures around 30 degrees. Ideal for beach and pool days. 5 stars!
JulianCrete in December offered mild weather, with temperatures around 16°C. Although it was too chilly for swimming, there was plenty of sunshine. There were some rain showers, so not always perfect for outdoor activities.
Sven van NoortCrete in January can be changeable. One day sunny and warm enough for a sweater, the next you'll be happy with your raincoat. Not the ultimate sun destination in winter.
LennartFantastic weather in Crete in May! Plenty of sunshine daily and perfect for beach lovers. Water temperatures are ideal for swimming. Couldn't have better timing for my vacation.
SophieCrete in October was beautiful with daily sunshine and temperatures in the 20 degrees. Perfect for lying by the pool or on the beach and even still swimming in the sea. Highly recommended for an autumn vacation!
Tess van OordA perfect sun destination. Plenty of sunshine with summer temperatures. The weather was excellent for a beach vacation.
Nina SchneiderThe weather in Crete in August was phenomenal. Every day there was bright sunshine and temperatures reached 35°C. Perfect for a sun vacation. Barely any clouds and no rain showers. Waking up to sunshine is just great!
VeerleThere was plenty of sunshine for a pleasant temperature averaging 20 degrees. However, not ideal for swimming, the sea was still a bit chilly. Some cloudy days, but no major disturbances.
Lize de DeugdToo cool for beach days, but the sun was shining brightly. Swimming in the sea was too cold. Perfect for being outside and enjoying everything. Ideal for a sun vacation. Absolutely a 5 star experience. We had an average of 15°C, so too cool for swimming. There were sunny and gray days, but it never got really summer hot. The sea water temperature was too cold for swimming. Nature was already starting to revive a bit, which made for beautiful walks.
Olivia MekkingCrete in November was surprisingly pleasant. Although we had some rainy days, the sun shone most of the time with temperatures around 20 degrees. Not exactly swimming weather, but still great for sightseeing and relaxing at the beach.
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Average weather in Crete by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Crete. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.