October is a great month to explore the vast landscape of Crete, especially the mountains. The temperatures are not as high as in summer which means that you can enjoy much longer walks in great comfort and without melting under the sun.
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Many beaches in Crete are actually better in the fall because there are no more crowded. It's a lovely time to stroll the very famous Balos, Preveli, Vai, Falassarna, or totally disappear on one of the wild and secluded beaches in the South.
Crete is open and uncrowded in shoulder season (April to June, September and October) Most businesses and attractions are open, which means you can rent a beach umbrella, enjoy a seaside taverna lunch and visit a remote church on a mountain pass. Prices are moderate and the availability of flights and rooms is good.
Is it windy in Crete during October? You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during October. With moderate humidity and mild air temperatures, the breeze will have a slight cooling effect.
Crete is the warmest of the Greek islands in October because of its geographical location in the South Aegean Sea, close to North Africa. While the heat isn't as insufferable as it is during the summer months, it's still a bit intense, mainly if you're not used to mid-20s temperatures.
The best time to visit the Greek islands, like Santorini, Mykonos, Corfu and Kefalonia (Argostoli), is in October when the weather is still warm and the crowds are few. The Greek islands are an all-year-round vacation destination, with temperatures ranging from 50°F (10°C) to approximately 100°F (38°C).
This is the best time to visit the Greek Islands and combine high chances of perfectly good weather with low season rates which will help you to remain within your budget. According to Lonely Planet, in shoulder months like October, prices can drop by 20%, temperatures are milder and crowds are fewer.
Best Time for Good Weather and Swimming: The warmest weather in Crete (and all the Greek islands) is between late May and early October when it's sunny, hot, and the water is perfect for swimming.
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).
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.
Crete, being the most Southerly Greek Island and probably the driest, and Cyprus have long seasons with the sunshine often stretching into and past October half term. Expect daytime temperatures to be perfect, around 25 degrees with cooler evenings but still plenty of sunshine.