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Hersonissos weather in August (Crete, Greece)

How does the weather in Hersonissos usually fare in August? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Hersonissos during August, which means very high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 30°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 23°C. With its high temperatures, this month often tops the charts as the hottest. Be sure to pack summer gear and stay prepared for the heat.

Precipitation

Hersonissos in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 4.6 mm for the month. This month experiences about a single day of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 346 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hersonissos climate page with graphs.

 

Hersonissos, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 4.6 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 58% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 346 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in August

Find out more about the weather in Greece and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 26°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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