Which is the hottest month in Chania?

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

Which month has the most rain in Chania?

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

When is it sunniest in Chania?

The sunniest time of year in Chania 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 Chania?

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

Best time to visit Chania

Q: When is the best time to visit Chania?

The best times to visit Chania, Crete are in May, June and September Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 8 hours or more.

The best times to visit Chania, Crete are in May, June and September based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit Chania?

The best times to visit Chania, Crete are in May, June and September based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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The weather guide for Crete (Chania) 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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