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Plataniás Climate by Month

The temperature in Plataniás can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Plataniás. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 27°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, Plataniás has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 807 mm of rainfall annually. Plataniás can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 159 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.7 mm of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Plataniás 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 (19 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (19 KM, 11 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Plataniás 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 Plataniás?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Plataniás have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Plataniás?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Plataniás?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Plataniás?
    December tops the wettest month list with 159 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Plataniás?
    July is the driest month with 3 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Plataniás?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Plataniás

    Sun   Dec 15
    19°C | 12°C
    SW 14 km/h
    0.6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and chance of slight rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    15°C | 11°C
    NE 18 km/h
    12 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    15°C | 9°C
    NE 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain