In general, eastern Crete is warmer than western Crete, the southern part of the island is warmer than the northern, the western part of Crete has more vegetation and in the mountainous areas the weather is cooler.
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South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.
South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.
Historically, most resident expats prefer the island's more traditional west and while the east is known for its handful of lively holiday resorts, one corner there has become a hot spot for luxury living…
This means that even when the north coast is uncomfortably windy, the south coast may be calm and pleasant. The exception to this is where gorges and valleys channel the north winds, which can create areas of intense winds at certain spots along the coast. This is especially true at Frangokastello and Plakias Bay.
The “warmest” Greek destination is, according to Holidu, Aghios Nikolaos (pictured), on Crete, with average winter sunshine of 261+ hours and an average winter temperature of 16.4C.
Ierapetra is called the sunniest city in Crete. Moreover, it is the southernmost town in Europe, which provides the view onto the coast of Africa. This place combines the features of a typical resort with a rich historical heritage.
Chania Town is probably the most beautiful town in Crete. The Old Town of Chania, with the evident Medieval style, is a wonderful place to walk around, lined up with elegant Venetian mansions.
The famous resorts of Agios Nikolaos and Elounda, with the gulf of Mirabello and Spinalonga, are in Eastern Crete. This region is the driest part of the island but in summer there is very little rainfall anywhere.
Elounda Gulf Villas has just earned it's place in my top 5 favourites and here's why. Elounda is a beautiful simple fishing village in the North of Crete. Over the years it's attracted the worlds rich and famous with the likes of Lady Gaga, Leonardo DiCaprio and the Saudi Royal Family choosing to holiday here.
Both Crete and Rhodes offer a mild climate in winter and blistering heat in summer. There's little difference between the two in temperature, though some argue that Crete is marginally warmer due to its more southerly location. Both destinations are popular in the summer, teeming with sun-seeking holidaymakers.
Cyprus is a warmer island (Weather in Cyprus). It's 19 º? + on average in March, and in April and May you can fully enjoy a beach holiday, whereas on Crete it is still cool. June is already a classic southern summer in Cyprus with temperatures close to 30º?+, whilst it is a slightly cooler 25º?+ on Crete.
If you are looking forward to having some quiet time and a semi-rural experience, consider visiting the southern side. However, the more adventurous tourists should go to the north where it is easy to find transportation, modern amenities and exciting nightlife.
The average Crete temperature decreases as you travel north. July and August are the warmest months, and January is the coldest month of the year. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC (70-90°F) and in winter between 10-15ºC (50-60°F).
The average Crete temperature decreases as you travel north. July and August are the warmest months, and January is the coldest month of the year. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC (70-90°F) and in winter between 10-15ºC (50-60°F).
Located between Rhodes and Crete, Karpathos is the hottest destination in Greece. Monthly temperatures average 30°C (86°F) throughout the summer, with very little rainfall. It's one of the most southerly isles in the country, which helps explain its sizzling temperatures.
Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.
Crete is an ideal place to visit all year round. Its mild climate and its unique mountainous features attract visitors before and after the established touristy summer season. Crete's stunning natural beauty awakens in visitors an imperative need to discover its mountains, its gorges, its paths.