Sun & Beach Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
June, July, August
January, December
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Generally dry
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Heraklion (Crete)
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 138 |
February | 21Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 11° | 96 |
March | 24Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 13° | 66 |
April | 70Good Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 16° | 31 |
May | 88Excellent Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 17 |
June | 100Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 7 |
July | 100Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 2 |
August | 100Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 26° | 1 |
September | 98Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 21 |
October | 83Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 66 |
November | 61Suboptimal Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 79 |
December | 22Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 12° | 126 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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