When is the best time to go to Chania (Crete)?

The best time to go to Chania (Crete) is March to November, based on the average climate estimated over 3 years.

What is the warmest month in Chania (Crete)?

The warmest month in Chania (Crete) is July, averaging about 28°C, based on the climate estimated over 3 years.

When does it rain the least in Chania (Crete)?

July is the driest month in Chania (Crete), with about 4 mm on average.

When to go to Chania (Crete)?

Chania's Venetian harbour curves round to a white lighthouse, and the tavernas along it fill up as the light drops. Behind, the old town climbs in pastel lanes of workshops, leather sandals and oregano-scented kitchens. Day trips head out to the Samaria Gorge, a long walk down through the White Mountains, or to the pale sandbars of Balos.

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The best time to go

For the best weather in Chania (Crete), aim for March to November.

Month-by-month weather in Chania (Crete)

Month	☀️ h/day	🌧️ mm	🌡️ °C	Score /100
January	7.2	84	13	58
February	8.3	57	13	63
March	9.5	71	14	68
April	11.3	28	17	80
May	11.5	38	19	82
June	13.4	10	25	92
July	13.4	4	28	95
August	12.9	8	28	95
September	11.5	30	25	87
October	10.1	33	21	80
November	9.0	33	19	72
December	7.7	53	16	64

Estimated from 3 years of data. The score (0–100) combines sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and temperature.

The climate in brief

In Chania (Crete), the sunniest month is June, and the driest is July (about 4 mm). Temperatures peak in July (about 28°C). Over the year, an average of 449 mm of rain falls, and 9 months in 12 offer ideal weather for a trip.

What to do in Chania (Crete)?

Old Venetian harbour and lighthouse
Old town and Jewish quarter
Samaria Gorge (day trip)
Balos beach (day trip)

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Country: Greece

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