Crete · June
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 16° (61°)20° (68°) | 16° (61°)22° (72°) | 18° (64°)24° (75°) | 21° (70°)28° (82°) | 24° (75°)34° (93°) | 28° (82°)34° (93°) | 30° (86°)33° (91°) | 30° (86°)32° (90°) | 28° (82°)33° (91°) | 24° (75°)30° (86°) | 21° (70°)26° (79°) | 18° (64°)23° (73°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 10° (50°)4° (39°) | 10° (50°)5° (41°) | 11° (52°)6° (43°) | 13° (55°)9° (48°) | 16° (61°)12° (54°) | 21° (70°)15° (59°) | 24° (75°)20° (68°) | 24° (75°)20° (68°) | 21° (70°)17° (63°) | 18° (64°)13° (55°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) |
☀️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 · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
June is one of the best months to visit Crete — with 13 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 28°C (82°F).
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F). With 13 sunshine hours per day, June is one of the sunniest months — 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 0 days. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in June are ideal.
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 June
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is June a good time to visit Crete?
- Yes — June is one of the best months to visit Crete (Climate Score: 98/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C (82°F)), good sunshine (13 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Crete in June?
- In June, Crete sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 34°C (93°F), the coldest nights around 15°C (59°F).
- How much rain falls in Crete in June?
- In June, Crete receives an average of 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Crete get in June?
- Crete averages 13 sunshine hours per day in June — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Crete in June?
- Water temperature in Crete in June averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
