Climate of Crete, Greece
Area-weighted average across Crete. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Crete, a subdivision of Greece, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 9.3°C / 48.7°F in January to 24.2°C / 75.6°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 145 mm / 5.7 in depending on the season (713 mm / 28.1 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.3°C48.7°F | 145 mm5.7″ | — |
| February | 9.4°C48.9°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 10.8°C51.4°F | 87 mm3.4″ | — |
| April | 13.9°C57°F | 39 mm1.5″ | — |
| May | 17.8°C64°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 22.1°C71.8°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 24.2°C75.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 24°C75.2°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| October | 17.8°C64°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| November | 13.9°C57°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 10.9°C51.6°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Crete?
The best months to visit Crete, Greece for sunny, dry weather are May, June, July, August, September. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 24.2°C / 75.6°F, and the driest is August with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Crete?
Crete, Greece has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 9.3°C / 48.7°F in January to 24.2°C / 75.6°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 713 mm / 28.1 in, with the wettest month being January (145 mm / 5.7 in) and the driest August (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Crete?
The hottest month in Crete is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.2°C / 75.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Crete?
The coldest month in Crete is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 9.3°C / 48.7°F.
When does it rain most in Crete?
The wettest month in Crete is January, averaging about 145 mm / 5.7 in of rainfall. The driest is August with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.