The best times to visit Heraklion for ideal weather are

March 19th to June 10th

or

September 17th to December 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Heraklion Travel Info

Weather in Heraklion

Temperature

Average temperatures in Heraklion vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Heraklion, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 86.4°F (30.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.6°F (22.6°C) at night.

Heraklion Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Heraklion Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Heraklion Perceived Temperature (F)

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Heraklion Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Heraklion Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 60.7 54.7 48.4
Feb 60.9 54.5 47.7
Mar 64.3 57.5 49.9
Apr 69.3 61.9 53.8
May 75.4 68 59.5
Jun 81.5 75.1 67
Jul 85.2 79.5 72.3
Aug 85.3 79.7 72.5
Sep 81.6 75.3 68.2
Oct 75.2 69 62.7
Nov 69.3 63.3 57.4
Dec 63.5 57.6 51.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.9 12.6 9.1
Feb 16.1 12.5 8.7
Mar 17.9 14.2 9.9
Apr 20.7 16.6 12.1
May 24.1 20 15.3
Jun 27.5 23.9 19.4
Jul 29.6 26.4 22.4
Aug 29.6 26.5 22.5
Sep 27.6 24.1 20.1
Oct 24 20.6 17.1
Nov 20.7 17.4 14.1
Dec 17.5 14.2 10.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Heraklion are July, August, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid June. For example, on the week of June 11th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late January with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of January 22nd.

When can you find snow in Heraklion? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around January, especially close to early to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Heraklion is often around around December 3rd when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Heraklion.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Heraklion (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 26% 1.1 3.8
Feb 26% 0.4 3
Mar 11% 0.4 1.4
Apr 7% 0.4 1.1
May 6% 0 0.7
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 4% 0 0.6
Oct 13% 0.5 2.2
Nov 13% 0.5 1.7
Dec 19% 0.7 3.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 26 2.8 9.7
Feb 26 1 7.6
Mar 11 1 3.6
Apr 7 1 2.8
May 6 0 1.8
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 4 0 1.5
Oct 13 1.3 5.6
Nov 13 1.3 4.3
Dec 19 1.8 7.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Heraklion has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (58.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (66.1%).

Wind in Heraklion is usually moderate. The windiest month is February, followed by July and January. February’s average wind speed of around 10.4 knots (11.9 MPH or 19.2 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 20.1 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Heraklion.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.9 Gentle breeze 17.6 Strong breeze
Feb 10.4 Gentle breeze 18.7 Strong breeze
Mar 9.8 Gentle breeze 17.7 Strong breeze
Apr 9.2 Gentle breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
May 7.6 Gentle breeze 14.5 Strong breeze
Jun 8.1 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Jul 10 Gentle breeze 16.3 Strong breeze
Aug 9.8 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Sep 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.8 Strong breeze
Oct 8.8 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
Nov 9.2 Gentle breeze 15.5 Strong breeze
Dec 9.4 Gentle breeze 16.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 65.5%
Feb 64.2%
Mar 60.9%
Apr 59.6%
May 62.1%
Jun 60.6%
Jul 58.4%
Aug 61.1%
Sep 63.4%
Oct 64.2%
Nov 66.1%
Dec 66.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Heraklion?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Greece; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Heraklion, Greece is June, followed by July and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Heraklion in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 37.5 in October means 37.5% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Heraklion Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 78.3°F (25.7°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Heraklion, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.3°F (28.5°C) and 67.9°F (19.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 4 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Heraklion to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 65.7°F (18.7°C) and 59.6°F (15.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 8 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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