Crete in December: weather, sea & travel advice
Crete in December is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 16 °C (cool), and the sea is about 18 °C. With about 10 rainy days it is moderate.
Crete · DecemberPhoto: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 16 °C
- Night
- 13 °C
- Sea
- 18 °C
- Rainy days
- 10 rainy days
- Sun
- 3 h/day
- Humidity
- 75 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachUnsuitable37/100
City breakGood70/100
ActiveGood69/100
FamilyUnsuitable44/100
In favour
- No particular highlights.
To consider
- Rather cool at around 16 °C
- Sea still cool (18 °C)
All months at a glance
14J
14F
16M
19A
22M
26J
28J
28A
26S
23O
19N
16D
9J
7F
6M
4A
2M
1J
0J
1A
3S
6O
8N
10D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Crete in December?
Daytime highs average around 16 °C, with nights around 13 °C.
Can you swim in Crete in December?
The sea is about 18 °C (refreshing).
Does it rain a lot in Crete in December?
On the long-term average, expect about 10 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Crete?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.