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Best time to visit Heraklion
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The weather guide for Crete (Heraklion) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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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 28°C 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 153mm 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 25°C.
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