GreeceThe weather in October in Heraklion
It's warm in October in Heraklion with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Looking for great weather? October is a good time to be in Heraklion. 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 October for Heraklion, Crete. 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 33°C in 2020, Heraklion reached the highest temperature in October over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 24°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Heraklion is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In October, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in October for Heraklion
Click on any day in October to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Heraklion. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
October weather comparison
| Heraklion | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 25°C | 21°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 26°C |
| Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 71 mm | 119 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 13 days |
Start of October
The month of October starts in Heraklion with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid October
By mid-October, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 18°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Heraklion is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in October in Heraklion, Crete. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in October in Heraklion
Temperature in October in Heraklion over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in October in Heraklion, Crete. 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 October in Heraklion
Total precipitation in October in Heraklion over the years
Daily UV index in October in Heraklion
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Heraklion, 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 October in Heraklion
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Mostly sunny, but on a few days we were surprised by some rain. Lovely weather at the end of the season.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Heraklion by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Heraklion. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.