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Chania Climate by Month

Chania experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to cold weather. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

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 in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 7°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Chania receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 835 mm annually. Chania can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 121 mm of precipitation over 11 rainy days. In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 20 mm of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

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.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Volos, Greece (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Volos, Greece (15 KM, 9 Miles).

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:
  • When is summer in Chania?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Chania?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Chania?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Chania?
    December tops the wettest month list with 121 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Chania?
    June is the driest month with 20 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Chania?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 340 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Chania

    Tue   Dec 03
    9°C | 4°C
    NE 7 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    12°C | 5°C
    SE 7 km/h
    4.2 mm
    overcast and  chance of heavy rain

    overcast and chance of heavy rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    11°C | 6°C
    E 14 km/h
    8.9 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain