The weather in Crete is mild for the most part. April and May are very pleasant with an average temperature of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Summer weather in Crete is beautiful with high temperatures and low rainfall.

The average high temperature in Crete during May is 24ºC so pack a good selection of beach wear. You’ll want some warmer things for the evenings though as temperatures averagely cool to 14ºC at night. The average sea temperature’s 19ºC, while humidity’s low and ranges from the mid-40s to just over 80%.

May signals the transition from spring into summer. Average temperatures are around 20°C, the sun shines on average 10 hours a day but nights remain cool. The sea temperature is around 19°C and most people find it just about warm enough to swim in. …

May is a warm and very dry time for sunbathing in Crete. May is a little too cold to enjoy swimming in Crete for any length of time. Consider visiting Crete in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

The best time to visit Crete is from mid-May to June or from September to October. May brings with it warmer waters and beautiful wildflowers that can be spotted throughout the island’s natural attractions.

Best Time for Good Weather and Swimming: The warmest weather in Crete (and all the Greek islands) is between late May and early October when it’s sunny, hot, and the water is perfect for swimming. Water temperature heats throughout the summer months and is warmest in August and early September.

July
July is generally the warmest month with an average maximum temperature of 30 °C and it receives minimal rain during the summer. Industry in Crete is based on services and agriculture, and even though tourism plays a part the island does not need to rely on it.

Crete in May (70% Crowded): There’s a big differences between early May (when cool overcast days can still be common) and late May (when the days are consistently sunny and warm – sometimes hot). (Average Max Temperature: 24°C. Average Rainfall: 11mm.)

First, they create a physical barrier for the winds from the North. This means that even when the north coast is uncomfortably windy, the south coast may be calm and pleasant….Winter in Crete.

Weather. Both Crete and Rhodes offer a mild climate in winter and blistering heat in summer. There’s little difference between the two in temperature, though some argue that Crete is marginally warmer due to its more southerly location. Both destinations are popular in the summer, teeming with sun-seeking holidaymakers …