Crete · September
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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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
September is among the best months in Crete: only 1 rain day, 28°C (82°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, September is one of the sunniest months — 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain over 1 day. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in September are ideal.
Beach season in full form: Elafonisi with its pink sand and Vai with its palm forest show their most famous face — and are at their busiest. Getting up early pays off: the best spots and photos happen before 9 am.
Packing list for Crete in September
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (82°F)), 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 (82°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 33°C (91°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F).
- How much rain falls in Crete in September?
- In September, Crete receives an average of 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain over 1 rain day. 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 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
