When to go to Chania
May–June and September–October are warm, with swimmable sea and open gorges. July–August is hot and busy; winter is mild but wet and quiet.
Chania weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°98 mm
- Feb15°90 mm
- Mar16°51 mm
- Apr19°27 mm
- May23°17 mm
- Jun28°4 mm
- Jul30°3 mm
- Aug30°5 mm
- Sep28°21 mm
- Oct24°57 mm
- Nov20°83 mm
- Dec16°103 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C58°F | 11°C52°F | 98 mm | 79% | Cool |
| February | 15°C58°F | 11°C52°F | 90 mm | 79% | Cool |
| March | 16°C62°F | 12°C54°F | 51 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 19°C67°F | 14°C57°F | 27 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C74°F | 18°C64°F | 17 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 22°C71°F | 4 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| July | 30°C87°F | 24°C76°F | 3 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 25°C76°F | 5 mm | 64% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 23°C73°F | 21 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C75°F | 19°C67°F | 57 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 16°C61°F | 83 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 13°C55°F | 103 mm | 78% | Cool |
Best months across Greece
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Athens | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Santorini | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Mykonos | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (25°C) |
| Crete | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Rhodes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Corfu | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Thessaloniki | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Naxos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Paros | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Zakynthos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Chania | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Milos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Kos | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Kefalonia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Meteora | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Halkidiki | Jun–Sep | Jul (29°C) |
| Ios | Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Lefkada | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (31°C) |
| Nafplio | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Skiathos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Hydra | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Peloponnese | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (33°C) |
| Thassos | Jun–Jul, Sep | Aug (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Chania?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–June and September–October are warm, with swimmable sea and open gorges. July–August is hot and busy; winter is mild but wet and quiet.
When is the rainy season in Chania?
Rain peaks in December with about 103 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Chania?
July, with average highs of 30°C (87°F).
How cold does Chania get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 11°C (52°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.