What is the weather like in Crete in October 2023?

Expect 22°C daytime maximum temperatures in the shade with on average 6 hours of sunshine per day in Crete in October. Check more long-term weather averages for Crete in October before you book your next holiday to Crete in 2023/2024.



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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.

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There's little difference between the two in temperature, though some argue that Crete is marginally warmer due to its more southerly location.

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What are the hottest places in Europe in October? The warmest place in mainland Europe in October is Cyprus (26°C) followed by Malta (25ºC), Dalyan (25ºC) in southern Turkey and the Greek island of Kos (25ºC).

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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).

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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).

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The best time to visit Crete is from mid-May to June or from September to October.

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And since Crete is a mixture of lowland and mountainous regions, there are also weather and temperature variations based on altitude. The weather on the north coast of Crete will be strongly affected by the Meltemi winds of summer. These warm winds blow from the north and can hit most of the coastal beaches.

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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.

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Cyprus is a bit southern than Crete, and of course eastern than Crete, so theoritically will be somehow warmer.

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Where's hot in Europe in October
  • Cyprus. Summer lingers longer in Cyprus than anywhere else in the Mediterranean. ...
  • Sicily. On autumn days when the Sirocco blows across from the Sahara, hot and dry, Sicily swelters. ...
  • Crete. ...
  • Calabria. ...
  • Malta. ...
  • Ibiza. ...
  • Bodrum Peninsula. ...
  • Rhodes.


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