Climate Insights for Kritsá

Nomós Lasithíou, Crete, Greece

Hottest
August
30°C peak
Coldest
January
9°C low
Wettest
March
49mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, June
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Kritsá is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 314mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. Kritsá is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, March, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° 25° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 12° Min: 9° Feb Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 9° Mar Max: 17° Average: 14° Min: 10° Apr Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 12° May Max: 25° Average: 21° Min: 16° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 20° Jul Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 23° Aug Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 23° Sep Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 20° Oct Max: 24° Average: 20° Min: 17° Nov Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Dec Max: 17° Average: 13° Min: 11°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Kritsá vary considerably across the year, with a 21°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 12°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 45mm Feb Precipitation: 43mm Mar Precipitation: 49mm Apr Precipitation: 16mm May Precipitation: 25mm Jun Precipitation: 14mm Jul Precipitation: 7mm Aug Precipitation: 13mm Sep Precipitation: 14mm Oct Precipitation: 24mm Nov Precipitation: 26mm Dec Precipitation: 40mm
Precipitation

Kritsá is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 314mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 26mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 49mm of rainfall. January and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 7mm. That's 42mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 18km/h Feb Wind Speed: 17km/h Mar Wind Speed: 16km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 14km/h Jun Wind Speed: 15km/h Jul Wind Speed: 18km/h Aug Wind Speed: 17km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 15km/h
Wind Speed

Kritsá is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 16km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Kritsá, which began on March 20, 2026. Kritsá is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 9°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 20 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 34mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 63mm over the season and a monthly average of 21mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 17°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 128mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 12°
Feb 12°
Mar 14°
Apr 17°
May 21°
Jun 25°
Jul 27°
Aug 26°
Sep 24°
Oct 20°
Nov 17°
Dec 13°

The best time to visit Kritsá is during April, May, June, September, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 20mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 9°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Kritsá based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
9 °C
15 °C
18 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Feb
9 °C
16 °C
17 km/h
43 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
10 °C
17 °C
16 km/h
49 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
22 °C
15 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
May
16 °C
25 °C
14 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
29 °C
15 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Jul
23 °C
30 °C
18 km/h
7 mm
0 cm
Aug
23 °C
30 °C
17 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Sep
20 °C
28 °C
15 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
24 °C
14 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Nov
14 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Dec
11 °C
17 °C
15 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
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