Is August a good month to visit Crete?

August sits in the summer period, so trip quality depends on your preferred weather, crowd levels, and pace.

What should I pack for Crete in August?

Average highs around 23.1C and lows near 14.2C. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

What weather should I expect in Crete during August?

August typically averages around 18.7C, with about 12.9mm of rain across 4 days.

Crete, Greece

Crete in August

Crete, Greece

Visiting Crete in August means experiencing the summer. During summer, Crete offers warm weather, long days, and outdoor activities.

SeasonSummer

Travel StyleParadise

Cost$$$

Weather in Crete in August

Average highs around 23.1C and lows near 14.2C. 12.9mm average precipitation and about 4 rainy days. August typically sits between July and September conditions, so it is useful for travelers wanting a balanced window in Crete. Pack flexible layers for changing daytime and evening temperatures.

Avg High23.1C

Avg Low14.2C

Rainy Days4

Precipitation12.9mm

Daylight13.4h/day

Sunshine12.9h/day

Wind12.2 km/h

UVhigh

Humiditydry

Temperature

August brings summer conditions in Crete, Greece. The average temperature is about 18.7C, with lows near 14.2C and highs around 23.1C.

Sunshine Hours

Crete, Greece usually gets around 12.9 hours of sunshine per day in August, with roughly 13.4 daylight hours available for sightseeing.

Rain

August sees around 12.9mm of rainfall over about 4 days. Rain can occur for around 1.2 hours per day on average.

Humidity

Humidity in August is generally dry for Crete, Greece, especially when rainfall periods increase.

Crete in August

Crete in August