Climate and monthly weather forecastRethimno, Greece
Climate and monthly weather forecast
The best time to visit Rethimno
The best months for a swim in Rethimno, Greece, are July through September, with a perfect temperature - varying between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), and scarce rainfall.Weather in January
January, like December, is a moderate winter month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature ranging between max 14°C (57.2°F) and min 8°C (46.4°F). January is the month when Rethimno experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 14°C (57.2°F) and a low of 8°C (46.4°F). Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the winter, February, is another refreshing month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 8°C (46.4°F) and 15°C (59°F). Rethimno registers an average high-temperature of a still mild 15°C (59°F) at the commencement of February, closely related to the preceding month. Weather in February »Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Rethimno, is an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 16°C (60.8°F) and 9°C (48.2°F). The transition into March notes an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16°C (60.8°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 15°C (59°F) in February. Weather in March »Weather in April
April is an agreeable spring month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature varying between 11°C (51.8°F) and 20°C (68°F). With the onset of April, Rethimno's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a refreshing 16°C (60.8°F) in March to an agreeable 20°C (68°F). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Rethimno, is a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 15°C (59°F). With the onset of May, Rethimno's average high-temperature experiences a slight rise, moving from April's agreeable 20°C (68°F) to a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F). Weather in May »Weather in June
June, the first month of the summer in Rethimno, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19°C (66.2°F) and an average high of 28°C (82.4°F). In Rethimno, the average high-temperature in June slightly increases from 24°C (75.2°F) in May to a still warm 28°C (82.4°F). Weather in June »Weather in July
July in Rethimno, Greece, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 30°C (86°F) and 21°C (69.8°F). The ideal sea water temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and 1mm (0.04") of accumulated rainfall makes July the best time for swimming and other water activities. Weather in July »Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Rethimno, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29°C (84.2°F) and 21°C (69.8°F). The ideal sea water temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 1mm (0.04") of accumulated rainfall makes August the best time for swimming and other water activities. Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) and 19°C (66.2°F). An excellent water temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and only 1 rainfall days, with 19mm (0.75") of accumulated rainfall, makes September a prime for swimming and other water activities. Weather in September »Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Rethimno, Greece, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15°C (59°F) and an average high of 23°C (73.4°F). With the beginning of October, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from 27°C (80.6°F) in September to a still warm 23°C (73.4°F). Weather in October »Weather in November
November, the last month of the autumn in Rethimno, is another pleasant month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12°C (53.6°F) and an average high of 20°C (68°F). The shift from October to November coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an agreeable 20°C (68°F) from a warm 23°C (73.4°F). Weather in November »Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature ranging between min 10°C (50°F) and max 16°C (60.8°F). The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in November to a comfortable 16°C (60.8°F). Weather in December »Updated: Jan 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 14°C (57.2°F) and an average low of 8°C (46.4°F).
January is the month with the most rainfall in Rethimno, Greece. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.
In Rethimno, Greece, during the entire year, the rain falls for 67 days and collects up to 664mm (26.14") of precipitation.
The months with the least sunshine in Rethimno are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
The month with the coldest seawater in Rethimno is February, with an average sea temperature of 16.1°C (61°F).
June has the longest days of the year in Rethimno, with an average of 14h and 30min of daylight.
June through August, with an average of 12h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
The months with the highest UV index in Rethimno are June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 10.
In Rethimno, July is known for its average highest temperatures, reaching a high of 30°C (86°F) and a low of 21°C (69.8°F).
July and August are months with the least rain in Rethimno, Greece, when 1mm (0.04") of rain is typically aggregated.
August is the month with the warmest seawater in Rethimno, Greece, with an average sea temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F).
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Rethimno, Greece, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00, and the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
Average temperature
Rethimno, Greece
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).
Average rainfall
Rethimno, Greece
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days
Rethimno, Greece
- Average rainfall days in January:
12 days - Average rainfall days in February:
11 days - Average rainfall days in March:
8 days - Average rainfall days in April:
5 days - Average rainfall days in May:
3 days - Average rainfall days in June:
1 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
0 days - Average rainfall days in August:
0 days - Average rainfall days in September:
1 days - Average rainfall days in October:
5 days - Average rainfall days in November:
8 days - Average rainfall days in December:
13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature
Rethimno, Greece
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.1°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Rethimno, Greece
- Average daylight in January:
10h and 6min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 54min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 0min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 6min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 0min - Average daylight in June:
14h and 30min
- Average daylight in July:
14h and 18min - Average daylight in August:
13h and 30min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 24min - Average daylight in October:
11h and 18min - Average daylight in November:
10h and 18min - Average daylight in December:
9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average UV index
Rethimno, Greece
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
