The weather in April in Crete
It's pleasantly warm in April in Crete with an average temperature of 21°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 24°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? April is a good time to be in Crete. The temperatures are nice, and there’s 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 April for Crete, 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 34°C in 2014, Crete reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 23°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Crete is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Rainfall amount
In April, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in April for Crete
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Crete. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
Crete | New York | |
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Average temperature | 21°C | 17°C |
Max. temperature | 24°C | 22°C |
Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 33 mm | 81 mm |
Rainy days | 5 days | 11 days |
Start of April
The month of April starts in Crete with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps rise to around 21°C, with nights around 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in Crete is around 22°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°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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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.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in Crete
Temperature in April in Crete over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April 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.
Daily Precipitation in April in Crete
Total precipitation in April in Crete over the years
Daily UV index in April in Crete
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in Crete, 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.
Weather experiences in April in Crete
The weather in April in Crete is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Crete? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own reviewThere 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
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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.