The weather in August in Rethymnon
It's hot in August in Rethymnon with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C.
August is an awesome month to be in Rethymnon for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Rethymnon, 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 39°C in 2021, Rethymnon reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2016. 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 Rethymnon is 28°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 6 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in August for Rethymnon
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rethymnon. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
Rethymnon | New York | |
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Average temperature | 31°C | 30°C |
Max. temperature | 33°C | 31°C |
Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 6 mm | 79 mm |
Rainy days | 2 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Rethymnon 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 Rethymnon is around 31°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.
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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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Rethymnon, Crete. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Rethymnon
Temperature in August in Rethymnon over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Rethymnon, 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 August in Rethymnon
Total precipitation in August in Rethymnon over the years
Daily UV index in August in Rethymnon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Rethymnon, 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.
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Average weather in Rethymnon by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rethymnon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.