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GreeceThe weather in August in Crete
It's hot in August in Crete with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 25°C.
August is a good month to be in Crete 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 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 40°C in 2021, Crete reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Crete is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 4,3 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Northwest.
Daily weather in August for Crete
Click on any day in August 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.
August weather comparison
| Crete | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 4,3 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Crete with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 24°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 Crete is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°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 August in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Crete
Temperature in August in Crete over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August 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 August in Crete
Total precipitation in August in Crete over the years
Daily UV index in August in Crete
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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 August in Crete
The weather in August in Crete is rated 5 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Crete? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
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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.