Verdict: Excellent month
Crete Weather in August
August hits the sweet spot in Crete — highs around 23°C (73°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~3 wet days in an average year. Overall, August is one of the best months of the year to be in Crete.
Average high
23°C / 73°F
Average low
14°C / 57°F
Rain days
~3
Precipitation
12 mm
What to pack for Crete in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Crete: Jul (23°C / 73°F) · Coolest: Jan (4°C / 39°F) · Wettest: Jan (~18 rain days)
4°
-1°
Jan
5°
-1°
Feb
7°
0°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
9°
May
21°
12°
Jun
23°
14°
Jul
23°
14°
Aug
20°
12°
Sep
15°
8°
Oct
11°
4°
Nov
7°
1°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)