What’s the climate like in 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.
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.
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.
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.
- Average yearly temperature: 24°C
- Highest temperature: 31°C in August
- Lowest temperature: 16°C in January and February
- Precipitation*: 641 mm per year, averaging 53 mm per month
- Snowfall: 1,6 cm per year
- Driest months: 2,2 mm in July, 4,3 mm in August and 11 mm in June
- Wettest months: 129 mm in January, 115 mm in December and 104 mm in February
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
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Average Temperature per Month in Crete
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Crete
This graph shows how much rainfall Crete, Greece, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Crete
This graph shows how much snow Crete, Greece, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Crete
This graph 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.
Yearly Temperature in Crete
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Crete, Greece. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Crete
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Crete, Greece, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Crete
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Crete, Greece, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
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.
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Fresh mornings gave way to sunny afternoons. We had a few rainy days, but overall the weather was lovely!— This text is automatically translated to English
In 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!— This text is automatically translated to English
Crete 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Crete 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Fantastic 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Crete 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!— This text is automatically translated to English
A perfect sun destination. Plenty of sunshine with summer temperatures. The weather was excellent for a beach vacation.— This text is automatically translated to English
The 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!— This text is automatically translated to English
There 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Too 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
Crete 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.— This text is automatically translated to English
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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.
