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It's cool to moderate in December in Crete with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 14°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Crete. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December 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 25°C in 2014, Crete reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Crete is 20°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.
Rainfall amount
In December, there is an average of 115 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for Crete
Click on any day in December 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.
December weather comparison
| Crete | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | 9°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 115 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 17 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Crete with mild temps, averaging around 19°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 18°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Crete is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 11°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 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 December in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Crete
Temperature in December in Crete over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December 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 December in Crete
Total precipitation in December in Crete over the years
Daily UV index in December in Crete
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December 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 December in Crete
The weather in December in Crete is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Crete? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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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
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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.