Chania Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Chania is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to 7°C (45°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Chania receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 835 mm (33 in) annually. Chania can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 121 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (June), you will experience much drier conditions, with 20 mm (0.8 in) of precipitation spread across 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Chania Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Chania can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 11.3 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 3.4 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chania.

The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 74%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year