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Heraklio Town Climate by Month

The temperature in Heraklio Town can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. 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

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Heraklio Town. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a moderate 15°C in February. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 9°C in February.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Heraklio Town has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 538 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Heraklio Town, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 90 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 4.5 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Heraklio Town, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.4 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Heraklio Town ranges from 17°C in February to 26°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (4 KM, 2 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Heraklio Town in Greece

During the months of May 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 Heraklio Town?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Heraklio Town have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Heraklio Town?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Heraklio Town?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Heraklio Town?
    December tops the wettest month list with 90 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Heraklio Town?
    July is the driest month with 5 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Heraklio Town?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 372 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Heraklio Town

    Sun   Dec 15
    20°C | 10°C
    S 22 km/h
    0.4 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    16°C | 12°C
    N 22 km/h
    2.9 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    16°C | 11°C
    N 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain