Sitia Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Sitia, Crete, Greece, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 28°C (82°F) in August to 16°C (61°F) in February.
Rainfall is modest, totalling around 301 mm (12 in) annually. The city experiences a distinct dry season from March to November. December tends to be the wettest month.
Monthly Temperature in Sitia
In Sitia, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 12°C (54°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Sitia
Sitia tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 301 mm (12 in) of rain per year. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 62 mm (2.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month August brings less rainfall, with 0.6 mm (0.02 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Sitia Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sitia 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
