Chania Town

Crete Weather in September

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

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Chania Town Hersonissos Réthymno Town Mália

Considering a trip to Crete, Greece this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Crete in September

Crete, Greece is a region in Greece. September in Crete generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Chania Town at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Tsoútsouros at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Tsoútsouros and 22°C (72°F) in Chania Town.

For specific regional insights in Crete, Greece, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Káto Zákros with an average of 4.1 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Yerolákkos with 30 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Chania Town typically receives 287 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Crete in September

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Crete, Greece?

Temperature range in Crete (September)

Precipitation variation in Crete (September)

Chania Town

In September Chania Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
360 hours
287 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.3 mm (0.2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chania Town →

Hersonissos

In September Hersonissos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
346 hours
276 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Hersonissos →

Réthymno Town

In September Réthymno Town generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
360 hours
287 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.4 mm (0.2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Réthymno Town →

Mália

In September Mália generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
346 hours
276 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mália →

Kíssamos

In September Kíssamos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
360 hours
287 hours
194 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kíssamos →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chania Town 25°C (77°F) 22°C (72°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Hersonissos 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Réthymno Town 26°C (79°F) 21°C (70°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Mália 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Kíssamos 26°C (79°F) 22°C (72°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Plakiás 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Crete weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

In September, Crete, Greece generally has perfect weather conditions. Chania Town sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 22°C (72°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Chania Town peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in September, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Chania Town averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Crete, Greece.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Crete, Greece?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Crete, Greece. Typically, the climate in Chania Town is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Chania Town. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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