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Achlades weather in December (Crete, Greece)

How is the weather in Achlades in December? This guide provides all the details you need.

In December, Achlades generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 16°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.

Achlades in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 mm for the month. It is the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella might come in handy. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 117 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Achlades. May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Achlades climate page with graphs.

 

Achlades, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 42%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 110 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 117 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in December

Find out more about the weather in Greece in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Achlades in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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