Réthymno weather in August (Greece)

Is Réthymno a good destination in August, weather-wise? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

During August, Réthymno experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and almost no rainfall. August is part of summer. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C. On average, it is the warmest month of the year. So be prepared and pack summer clothes. Embrace the warmth, but always stay equipped with your summer essentials to make the most of this warm month.

Precipitation

Réthymno in August usually receives almost no rainfall, averaging around 3.5 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about a single day will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 346 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Réthymno. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, December tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Réthymno climate page with graphs.

 

Réthymno, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 2%  

Precipitation 3.5 mm  

Rainy days a single day  

Humidity 58% *  

Sunshine 346 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Greece in August

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Réthymno.

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