Crete: Best Time to Visit, Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct | Trailwind

Great beachGreeceBest time to visit Crete: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Greece's largest island, with Minoan palaces, the Samaria Gorge and lagoons like Balos in the far northwest.

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Set in: Greece

In season: ~19°C high

Climate: 0–26°C

Currency: EUR

Language: Greek

Timezone: UTC+02:00

Best time to visitTwo separate windows work best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.Featured in

Pairs well with

Elafonissi Beach, 77 mi away

Balos Lagoon, 79 mi away

Santorini, 87 mi away

Santorini & the Cyclades, 87 mi away

Frequently asked questionsWhen is the best time to visit Crete?The best time to visit Crete is Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct, in Greece.Where is Crete?Crete is in Greece.What is Crete known for?Greece's largest island, with Minoan palaces, the Samaria Gorge and lagoons like Balos in the far northwest.Keep exploring

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