Crete weather in December
Considering a trip to Crete this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Crete in December?
Crete is a region in Greece. December in Crete generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate and range from 15°C in Agia Roumeli to 18°C in Palekastron. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C in Palekastron and 10°C in Agia Roumeli.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Keratokampos with an average of 48 mm to heavy rainfall in Daratso with 171 mm. Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Chania Town. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 122 hours of sunlight anticipated in Chania Town. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Crete for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Crete climate page.
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Average weather in Chania Town
In December Chania Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Hersonissos
In December Hersonissos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Réthymno Town
In December Réthymno Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Mália
In December Mália generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Kíssamos
In December Kíssamos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Crete, in Greece.
Is December the best time to visit Crete?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Chania Town, December may not be the ideal time to visit Crete.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Chania Town. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.
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