Great beach

Crete

Greece

Best timeApr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Set inGreece

Climate34–73°F

CurrencyEUR

LanguageGreek

TimezoneUTC+02:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

On the map

Map showing the location of Crete

Directions (Google Maps) →

Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sunny share of daylightJul · 91%

WarmestJul · 73°F

WettestJan

Best windowApr–Jun & Sep–Oct

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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.

Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Crete: The mount Ida chain and the Messara plain seen from Phaistos, Crete, Greece

Greece's largest island, with Minoan palaces, the Samaria Gorge and lagoons like Balos in the far northwest.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

Crete: Knossos palace, the south propylaeum

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Pairs well with

Elafonissi Beach

Santorini & the Cyclades

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Crete?

The best time to visit Crete is April–June & September–October, 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.

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