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Gavalochori Climate by Month

The temperature in Gavalochori can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Gavalochori. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 10°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Gavalochori has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 746 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives high rainfall, averaging 142 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 3.4 mm over 0 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gavalochori. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.5 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Gavalochori 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 Gavalochori?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Gavalochori have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Gavalochori?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Gavalochori?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Gavalochori?
    December tops the wettest month list with 142 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Gavalochori?
    July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Gavalochori?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Gavalochori

    Sun   Dec 15
    18°C | 10°C
    SW 7 km/h
    0.6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    12°C | 9°C
    NE 11 km/h
    20 mm
    overcast and heavy rain

    overcast and heavy rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    13°C | 6°C
    N 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain