Temperatures in October
It's warm in October in Crete with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Crete in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Crete with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 19°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 25°C, with nights close to 18°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Crete will be around 23°C, with nights close to 17°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Crete is 25°C this month. Lovely temperature for a swim.
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 71 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The precipitation chance averages 15% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Crete. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Crete in October |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
27°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
22°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
71 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 14 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Crete?
Want nice weather? Then October is a great time to be in Crete. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Crete in October
With 33°C, Crete hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 11°C to a high of 24°C.
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The climate of Crete is based on weather data from Heraklion. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Crete for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in October in Crete
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Crete, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in October in Crete
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Daily Precipitation in October in Crete
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Crete, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Crete.
Daily UV Index in October in Crete
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Crete, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Crete Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Crete, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Crete Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Crete, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in October for Crete
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Crete. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Crete
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Crete in October was beautiful with daily sunshine and temperatures in the 20 degrees. Perfect for lying by the pool or on the beach and even still swimming in the sea. Highly recommended for an autumn holiday!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Crete by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Crete. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
