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Thinking of visiting Réthymno Town in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 28°C (82°F) during the day, dropping to 24°C (75°F) at night, with minimal rainfall.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Réthymno Town - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Réthymno Town typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 22°C (72°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Réthymno Town spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Réthymno Town spans 1976 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
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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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Réthymno Town in August. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Dry conditions mean you won't need to worry about rain protection. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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