Chania Climate by Month
The climate in Chania is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to mild in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Chania, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a moderate 14°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 10°C in February.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Chania receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 866 mm. The seasons in Chania, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 168 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 3.4 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Chania, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Chania.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Chania ranges from 1°C in May to 2°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Chania in Greece
During the months of May, June, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in January and December.
Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 168 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.
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