What to expect in Crete in August
August is a strong choice for Crete: 29° / 22°, with the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
Crete weather in August
Typical conditions in Crete during August, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 29°C 84°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C 72°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 0/100 |
| Total rainfall | < 1 mm |
| Rainy days | 0 |
| Sea temperature | 26°C 78°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 29 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Rainfall figures are for Heraklion.
Average highs sit around 29°C with lows near 22°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Crete — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Light layers for 29°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 22°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Crete. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Samaria Gorge Season, Dormition of the Virgin while you’re there.
- Samaria Gorge Season — The national park in the White Mountains is open to walkers from May 1 to October 31.
- Dormition of the Virgin — August 15 is a public holiday across Greece and falls at the busiest point of the summer season.
Crete in August compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27° / 19° | High | $$$ | 54 |
| July | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 46 |
| August · This month | 29° / 22° | High | $$$ | 44 |
| September | 26° / 19° | High | $$$ | 53 |
| October | 23° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
These months score higher for Crete on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in August
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in August.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
