Weather in Crete in June

How June compares

June is the 3rd warmest month of the year in Crete and ranks 26th of 134 destinations we compare for June - see where else is hot in June. Within Greece it is 9th of 44 (Greece in June). Against London's average high of 19.6°C in June, Crete is 9.7°C warmer by day and 8.5°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in June

The typical June day in Crete peaks at 29.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 34.0°C or more. About 91% of days top 25°C and 1 in 3 pass 30°C. Nights average 19.8°C; one night in ten drops to 17.3°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest June day here reached 41.1°C (2007-06-24) and the coldest night 12.9°C (2020-06-03).

Rain in June

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 2 days with 1 mm or more, 10 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest June was 2015 with 66 mm, the driest 2000 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 57%.

Sea temperature in June

The sea averages 22.8°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.0°C to 23.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 12.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 14.4 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:04 and sets about 20:36 local time in mid-June. Average cloud cover is 10%.

Is June a good time to visit Crete?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for Crete on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Plan around the heat, not just the average

Crete in June is properly hot rather than simply warm. Days reach 30°C on 40% of occasions, while the hottest 10% reach at least 34°C. That makes early starts useful for anything energetic, leaving the middle of the day for shade, a slower lunch or a rest indoors. Pack light, breathable clothes, a hat and sun protection, and keep water handy. Average night lows near 20°C mean evenings are usually comfortable in light clothing, though a light layer is sensible if you feel the cold. If sustained heat makes you uncomfortable, June needs more thought than the average temperature alone suggests.

Good swimming weather with long, bright days

The sea averages 22.8°C, with a range from 22°C to 24°C between years, so June is a reasonable choice if swimming matters to your holiday. Expect water that may feel fresh as you get in, rather than as warm as the air. Sunshine averages about 12.9 hours within 14.4 hours of daylight, giving you room to shift outdoor plans towards the morning or later afternoon rather than staying out through the strongest heat. The combination suits travellers happy to alternate time in the water with time in the shade. Long daylight is useful, but it is not a reason to skip sun protection.