Crete · September
Best travel monthTravel seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
27.5°C
Min Temp
20.7°C
Sunshine
9.6 h/day
Rain Days
1 days
Water Temp
26.1°C
Rainfall
11.5 mm
Humidity
70%
Avg Temp
24.2°C
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Crete: only 1 rain days, 28°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 28°C, cooling to 21°C at night (daily average: 24°C). With 10 sunshine hours per day, September is one of the sunniest months — 12 mm of rain over 1 days. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in September are ideal.
Strandsaison in Vollform: Elafonisi mit seinem rosa Sand und Vai mit dem Palmenwald sind jetzt ihr bekanntestes Gesicht — und am vollsten. Früh aufstehen lohnt sich: die besten Plätze und Fotos entstehen vor 9 Uhr.
Packing list for Crete in September
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is September a good time to visit Crete?
- Yes — September is one of the best months to visit Crete (Climate Score: 87/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Crete in September?
- In September, Crete sees daily highs of 28°C. Nights cool to 21°C, with a daily average of 24°C.
- How much rain falls in Crete in September?
- In September, Crete receives an average of 12 mm of rain over 1 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Crete get in September?
- Crete averages 10 sunshine hours per day in September — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Crete in September?
- Water temperature in Crete in September averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
