Heraklion Weather by Month
Twelve months of Heraklion, Greece weather — averages from 2006–2025.
Heraklion's warmest month is July (average high 30.9°C (87.6°F)) and the coolest is January (14.7°C (58.5°F)). The most rain falls in February (about 84 mm), and July is the driest (about 3 mm). June is the sunniest, with about 13.6 hours of sunshine a day.
Best months to visit Heraklion
Ranked within Heraklion's own year by temperature comfort, rainy days and sunshine — historical averages, not a forecast.
Heraklion month by month
January
GoodHigh 14.7°C (58.5°F)
Low 8.2°C (46.8°F)
- Rainfall
- 71 mm (2.8 in)
- Rainy days
- 12 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 8.2 h sunshine / day
February
GoodHigh 15.2°C (59.4°F)
Low 8.3°C (46.9°F)
- Rainfall
- 84 mm (3.3 in)
- Rainy days
- 11 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 9.2 h sunshine / day
March
GoodHigh 17.5°C (63.5°F)
Low 9.4°C (48.9°F)
- Rainfall
- 59 mm (2.3 in)
- Rainy days
- 9 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 10.3 h sunshine / day
April
GreatHigh 20.9°C (69.6°F)
Low 12°C (53.6°F)
- Rainfall
- 40 mm (1.6 in)
- Rainy days
- 6 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 11.6 h sunshine / day
May
GreatHigh 25.1°C (77.2°F)
Low 15.7°C (60.3°F)
- Rainfall
- 36 mm (1.4 in)
- Rainy days
- 6 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 12.5 h sunshine / day
June
GreatHigh 29°C (84.2°F)
Low 20.1°C (68.2°F)
- Rainfall
- 15 mm (0.6 in)
- Rainy days
- 2 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 13.6 h sunshine / day
July
GreatHigh 30.9°C (87.6°F)
Low 22.7°C (72.9°F)
- Rainfall
- 3 mm (0.1 in)
- Rainy days
- 1 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 13.3 h sunshine / day
August
GreatHigh 30.9°C (87.6°F)
Low 22.8°C (73°F)
- Rainfall
- 7 mm (0.3 in)
- Rainy days
- 1 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 12.9 h sunshine / day
September
GreatHigh 28.1°C (82.6°F)
Low 20.2°C (68.4°F)
- Rainfall
- 24 mm (1 in)
- Rainy days
- 4 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 11.7 h sunshine / day
October
GreatHigh 23.7°C (74.7°F)
Low 16.5°C (61.7°F)
- Rainfall
- 44 mm (1.7 in)
- Rainy days
- 7 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 9.9 h sunshine / day
November
GreatHigh 20°C (68°F)
Low 13.3°C (55.9°F)
- Rainfall
- 47 mm (1.8 in)
- Rainy days
- 7 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 9.1 h sunshine / day
December
GoodHigh 16.2°C (61.2°F)
Low 10.1°C (50.2°F)
- Rainfall
- 74 mm (2.9 in)
- Rainy days
- 12 rainy days
- Sunshine
- 8.1 h sunshine / day
Heraklion Climate & Weather Guide
Temperature, rainfall and sunshine through the year — 2006–2025 averages.
30.9°C (87.6°F)
Hottest month avg high
14.7°C (58.5°F)
Coolest month avg high
84mm
Wettest month avg
3mm
Driest month avg
Temperature by Month
Rainfall by Month
Sunshine Hours
Monthly Averages
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainfall | Rainy Days | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14.7°C (58.5°F) | 8.2°C (46.8°F) | 71mm | 12 | 8.2h |
| Feb | 15.2°C (59.4°F) | 8.3°C (46.9°F) | 84.3mm | 11 | 9.2h |
| Mar | 17.5°C (63.5°F) | 9.4°C (48.9°F) | 58.5mm | 9 | 10.3h |
| Apr | 20.9°C (69.6°F) | 12°C (53.6°F) | 40mm | 6 | 11.6h |
| May | 25.1°C (77.2°F) | 15.7°C (60.3°F) | 35.6mm | 6 | 12.5h |
| Jun | 29°C (84.2°F) | 20.1°C (68.2°F) | 15.1mm | 2 | 13.6h |
What to Pack
Suggested packing for Heraklion's climate.
Versatile Layers
Light layers that work for both mild afternoons and cooler evenings.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light rain jacket for the wettest months.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses for hot, sunny days.
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