Platanés Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Platanés, Crete, Greece, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 28°C (82°F) and February dropping to 14°C (57°F).
The city receives around 624 mm (25 in) of rainfall per year. It experiences a distinct dry season from April to September. December is the wettest month and July the driest. The sunniest month is July, with 12.5 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Platanés
Visitors to Platanés can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in February.
Nighttime temperatures range from 23°C (73°F) in August to 9°C (48°F) in February.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Platanés
Generally, Platanés experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 624 mm (25 in) yearly. The seasons in Platanés bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives high rainfall, with an average of 116 mm (4.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 3.6 mm (0.1 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Platanés 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 Platanés
In Platanés, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Platanés by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Platanés.
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 73%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 50%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Platanés 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Platanés
During May, June, September, October and November, Platanés experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 19°C (67°F) and 26°C (80°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 6 mm (0.2 in) and 78 mm (3.1 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
