Weather in December in Crete
Planning a trip to Crete this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Crete in December?
Crete is a region in Greece. December in Crete generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are mild 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.To explore the conditions in Crete in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
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. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Chania Town.Average sunshine
The city Chania Town usually sees around 122 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Crete climate page.
Where to go in Crete in December





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Crete?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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