Crete · April
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 16° (61°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)34 (93) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 24° (75°)19– (66–)30 (86) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)23 (73) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)27 (81) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)17 (63) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 10h | 8h | 7h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 17° (63°) | 16° (61°) | 16° (61°) | 18° (64°) | 21° (70°) | 24° (75°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 24° (75°) | 21° (70°) | 19° (66°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d93mm (3.7") | 7d73mm (2.9") | 4d38mm (1.5") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 0d4mm (0.2") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d12mm (0.5") | 4d58mm (2.3") | 4d50mm (2.0") | 7d82mm (3.2") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Crete at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, April is one of the sunniest months — 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain over 2 days. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Wildflowers and hiking: in April the Cretan interior is a carpet of orchids, anemones and poppies. The Samaria Gorge opens in May. The sea slowly warms up, and Knossos and Heraklion can still be explored without battling the heat.
Packing list for Crete in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Crete?
- April is not an optimal month for Crete (Score: 76/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Crete in April?
- In April, Crete sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Crete in April?
- In April, Crete receives an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Crete get in April?
- Crete averages 10 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Crete in April?
- Water temperature in Crete in April averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
