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Plakiás Weather in August

August in Plakiás brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and nights around 23°C (73°F). Only 2.9 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.

Rainfall in Plakiás in August

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about a single day with rain, averaging 2.9 mm (0.1 in) for the month. On the rare occasion it rains, expect a brief, moderate shower rather than a heavy downpour.

Temperature in Plakiás in August

Plakiás in August has perfect weather. Days reach 29°C (84°F) and nights cool to 23°C (73°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights stay warm at around 23°C (73°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about. It's the warmest month of the year on average, so summer clothing is the way to go.

Sunshine in Plakiás in August

The month enjoys around 360 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

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Plakiás Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C (73°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 2%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 2.9 mm (0.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days a single day  
HumidityHumidity 54% *  
SunshineSunshine 360 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Souda (Kreta), Greece (46 KM, 29 Miles).

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Plakiás typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 29°C (84°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).

Average temperatures in August

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in August

Historical weather for Plakiás in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Plakiás spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Plakiás historical weather extremes in August

Based on weather observations in Plakiás between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during August.

  • Plakiás recorded its highest August temperature of 42°C (108°F) on August 11, 2002.
  • Plakiás experienced its chilliest August day on August 25, 1976, reaching only 24°C (75°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 16°C (61°F) (August 27, 1990).

Best Places in Greece in August

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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 Plakiás in August

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Plakiás in August

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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