Best time to visit Heraklion

Q: When is the best time to visit Heraklion?

The best time to visit Heraklion is May, June, July, August and September based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Heraklion?

The hottest time of year in Heraklion is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Heraklion?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Heraklion with 153mm on average. There are normally 12 days in January with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Heraklion?

The sunniest time of year in Heraklion is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 86% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Heraklion?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Heraklion in August when the water temperature reaches 25°C.

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When is the best time to visit Heraklion?

The best time to visit Heraklion is May, June, July, August and September based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 72 - 86°F [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

57
Jan
57
Feb
59
Mar
66
Apr
73
May
81
Jun
82
Jul
82
Aug
77
Sep
72
Oct
66
Nov
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Heraklion?

The hottest time of year in Heraklion is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 82°F with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Heraklion?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Heraklion with 6.0 inches on average. There are normally 12 days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Heraklion?

The sunniest time of year in Heraklion is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 86% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Heraklion?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Heraklion in August when the water temperature reaches 77°F.