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Heraklio Town Weather in April

April is one of the perfect months to visit Heraklio Town, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Heraklio Town in April

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 5 days of rain, averaging 37 mm (1.5 in). When rain does fall, showers tend to be light and brief. Most days will be dry.

Temperature in Heraklio Town in April

April in Heraklio Town is generally perfect, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights settling around 12°C (54°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to around 12°C (54°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Heraklio Town in April

The month enjoys around 233 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Heraklio Town in April

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s (4 knots) in April. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

Average water temperature in April

At 17°C (63°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November typically offer the best weather for Heraklio Town.

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Heraklio Town Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 18%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 37 mm (1.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 233 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (4 KM, 2 Miles).

Best Places in Greece in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Heraklio Town in April

Pleasant temperatures in April mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Expect water temperatures of around 17°C (63°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Heraklio Town in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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