Crete in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Crete (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 29.5°C and lows of 21.8°C, with around 26.7mm of rain across the season (5 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Crete covers June, July, August.
Summer in Crete month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.4°C | 19.4°C | 17.7mm | 3 | 10/10 |
| July | 30.5°C | 23.1°C | 3.2mm | 1 | 10/10 |
| August | 30.7°C | 23.0°C | 5.8mm | 1 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Crete in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Crete?
Summer in Crete rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 29.5°C with 26.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Crete in summer?
Daytime highs average 29.5°C (85.1°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 21.8°C.
What months are summer in Crete?
Crete is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Crete · Crete annual climate · Crete in spring · Crete in autumn · Crete in winter
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Summer in Crete — what to pack
Travel clothing layers
Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.