Is Crete warmer than Corfu?

Is Crete warmer than Corfu? There won't be any cooling rain showers: Crete has zero rain in July and August. This is one time of year when, contrary to what you might expect, Corfu is actually hotter than Crete. Daytime averages in both July and August are 32ºC, so expect some days to be much hotter.

Which side of Crete is hotter?

South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.

Is Crete cooler than Corfu?

The temperature on Crete will be similar to Corfu, and the hours of sunshine, the main difference being that on Crete there is less rain – on average only three days in May might see a shower.

Where is the warmest part of Crete in winter?

The east of the island has less rain than the north and especially the north-west. In general, eastern Crete is warmer than western Crete, the southern part of the island is warmer than the northern, the western part of Crete has more vegetation and in the mountainous areas the weather is cooler.

Is Crete warmer than Mykonos?

Mykonos is nicknamed “the island of the winds” (and has plenty of picturesque windmills). However, it is less windy in May than in the summer months. It is slightly cooler than Crete but has a full 11 hours of daily sunshine and on average only three days are likely to be affected by rain showers.

Why is Crete so popular?

The largest Greek island has mild weather, pristine beaches, great offerings for foodies and wine lovers, hundreds of ancient sites, breathtaking landscapes and hiking paths and wild nightlife. It is the largest island in Greece, but has its own unique history and culture.

Is the sea around Crete warm?

Stomio sea water temperatures peak in the range 24 to 27°C (75 to 81°F) on around the 12th of August and are at their minimum on about the 1st of March, in the range 15 to 16°C (59 to 61°F). Year round warm sea water temperatures at Stomio climb to their warmest in the second week of August.

Is Crete warmer than Rhodes?

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.

Why is Crete so windy?

And since Crete is a mixture of lowland and mountainous regions, there are also weather and temperature variations based on altitude. The weather on the north coast of Crete will be strongly affected by the Meltemi winds of summer. These warm winds blow from the north and can hit most of the coastal beaches.

Is Crete warm all year?

The average Crete temperature decreases as you travel north. July and August are the warmest months, and January is the coldest month of the year. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC (70-90°F) and in winter between 10-15ºC (50-60°F).

Which side of Crete is nicer?

It depends on what type of experience you're looking for. The east side of Crete offers more rugged and less crowded beaches, while the west is known for its cosmopolitan cities and picturesque villages. If you want to relax and enjoy peace and quiet, then the East is your best bet.

Is Greece hotter than Spain?

Both countries are very hot during summer, but Greece is some degrees hotter than Spain. The difference between the Spanish and Greek summer weather is that the months of July and August in Greece present some moderate wind.

Is Greece hotter than Portugal?

This one is a close call with both destinations seeing temperatures sitting in the balmy mid- to late-twenties during the summer months. Out of the peak season, the Greek island of Crete warms up as early as May hitting around 25C, while the Algarve isn't far behind at around 22C.

Is Crete the warmest Greek island?

Located between Rhodes and Crete, Karpathos is the hottest destination in Greece. Monthly temperatures average 30°C (86°F) throughout the summer, with very little rainfall. It's one of the most southerly isles in the country, which helps explain its sizzling temperatures.

Is Corfu a luxury island?

Corfu is well-known as the perfect Mediterranean destination for luxury holidays.

Is Crete or Corfu more expensive?

Corfu, on the other hand, is one of the Ionian Islands and has a population of just over 110,000 people. So, when it comes to size and population, Crete definitely has the advantage. When it comes to cost, however, Corfu is actually slightly cheaper than Crete.

Which Greek island is warmest in winter?

Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.