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Réthymno Town Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

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 maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Réthymno Town. Average maximum 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 drop to an average of around 9°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

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. For more details, please visit our Réthymno Town Precipitation page.

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. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

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).

Forecast for Réthymno Town

Wed   Jan 15
15°C | 11°C
NE 3 m/s
1.7 mm
partly cloudy and small chance of rain

partly cloudy and small chance of rain

Thu   Jan 16
17°C | 11°C
E 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
15°C | 12°C
NE 5 m/s
1.6 mm
broken clouds and small chance of rain

broken clouds and small chance of rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

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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