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Plaka Climate by Month

Plaka experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to mild weather. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Plaka is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 28°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 11°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Plaka receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 750 mm annually. Plaka can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 144 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days. In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 3.4 mm of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Plaka can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.5 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (13 KM, 8 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Plaka 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 Plaka?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Plaka have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Plaka?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Plaka?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Plaka?
    December tops the wettest month list with 144 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Plaka?
    July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Plaka?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Plaka

    Tue   Dec 03
    17°C | 12°C
    N 14 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Wed   Dec 04
    17°C | 10°C
    E 14 km/h
    2.2 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    18°C | 11°C
    SE 14 km/h
    5 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of rain

    broken clouds and chance of rain