Mátala Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Temperatures in Mátala, Crete, Greece, vary greatly throughout the year. August is the hottest month at 29°C (84°F), while February is the coldest at 15°C (59°F).

The city tends toward dry conditions, with around 365 mm (14 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season from March to October. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 12.4 hours of daily sunshine.

Monthly Temperature in Mátala

The climate in Mátala is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August to a moderate 15°C (59°F) in the coolest month, February.

Nights vary from 24°C (75°F) in August to around 11°C (52°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Mátala

With annual rainfall averaging 365 mm (14 in), Mátala maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. The climate in Mátala shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, the wettest month, with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.9 mm (0.04 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Mátala Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Mátala

For those who appreciate different seasons, Mátala serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 12.4 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 3.9 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (54 KM, 33 Miles).

Humidity in Mátala by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mátala.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 68%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 57%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (54 KM, 33 Miles).

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Best Time to Visit Mátala

Mátala's weather is most enjoyable during May, June, September, October and November, with comfortable temperatures from 20°C (68°F) to 27°C (80°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 2 mm (0.1 in) and 45 mm (1.8 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.

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