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Crete Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Crete, Greece in November.

Planning a trip to Crete, Greece this November? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Crete in November

Crete, Greece is a region in Greece. November in Crete generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C (64°F) in Agia Roumeli to 21°C (70°F) in Tsoútsouros. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 14°C (57°F) in Tsoútsouros and 13°C (55°F) in Agia Roumeli.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Crete, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Keratokampos with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to high rainfall in Daratso with 114 mm (4.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Chania Town gets approximately 153 hours of sunlight in November, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Crete by month

Best Places to Visit in Crete in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Crete.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Crete

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Crete, Greece?

Temperature range in Crete (November)

Precipitation variation in Crete (November)

Chania Town

In November Chania Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
153 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
168 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Hersonissos

In November Hersonissos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
147 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Réthymno Town

In November Réthymno Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
153 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Mália

In November Mália generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
147 hours
117 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Kíssamos

In November Kíssamos generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
153 hours
122 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
10 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Crete in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chania Town 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Hersonissos 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Réthymno Town 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Mália 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Kíssamos 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Plakiás 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Crete weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Crete, Greece in November?

Crete, Greece typically experiences tolerable weather in November, part of the season. Daytime highs in Chania Town average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Crete, Greece in November?

Daytime temperatures in Chania Town peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in November, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Crete, Greece get a lot of rain in November?

Chania Town typically receives notable rainfall in November, about 112 mm (4.4 in) on average across Crete, Greece.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Crete, Greece?

In our opinion, November is a good time to visit Crete, Greece with overall tolerable weather in Chania Town.

On average, the best time to visit Crete, Greece is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Chania Town. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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