Verdict: Tough month
Crete Weather in December
December is properly cold in Crete, with highs of only 7°C (45°F). Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Crete outside December.
Average high
7°C / 45°F
Average low
1°C / 34°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
159 mm
What to pack for Crete in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December 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)