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Réthymno Town Climate by Month

The temperature in Réthymno Town can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. 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 Réthymno Town. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 9°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Réthymno Town has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 639 mm of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives high rainfall, averaging 119 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 3.5 mm over 0 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Réthymno Town. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 12.5 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (38 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (38 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Réthymno Town in Greece

During the months of May, June 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 Réthymno Town?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Réthymno Town have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Réthymno Town?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Réthymno Town?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Réthymno Town?
    December tops the wettest month list with 119 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Réthymno Town?
    July is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Réthymno Town?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 375 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Réthymno Town

    Thu   Nov 21
    21°C | 17°C
    S 29 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    22°C | 16°C
    S 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    21°C | 13°C
    NW 36 km/h
    2.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain