Is East or West Crete hotter?

Is East or West Crete hotter? 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.

Where is the clearest water in Crete?

Elafonissi beach Located on the southwestern side of Crete, Elafonissi is a fantastic beach with exotic crystal waters.

What is the least touristy part of Crete?

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 the east or west of Crete better?

Historically, most resident expats prefer the island's more traditional west and while the east is known for its handful of lively holiday resorts, one corner there has become a hot spot for luxury living…

Which side of Crete is windy?

This means that even when the north coast is uncomfortably windy, the south coast may be calm and pleasant. The exception to this is where gorges and valleys channel the north winds, which can create areas of intense winds at certain spots along the coast. This is especially true at Frangokastello and Plakias Bay.

Is Southern Crete warmer than Northern Crete?

Yes. The south coast - air and sea temperatures - is generally warmer than the north coast, and the south east is the driest part of the island.

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.

What is the prettiest area to stay in Crete?

Best Place in Crete to Stay for First-Timers: Chania Easily the prettiest city on the island, Chania features a gorgeous harbor strung with sea-facing tavernas with a warren of pedestrian-only backstreets paved with pretty sandstone setts in the Old Town.

What is the best month to go to Crete?

The best time to visit Crete is from mid-May to June or from September to October.

Which part of Crete is more beautiful?

Chania Town is probably the most beautiful town in Crete. The Old Town of Chania, with the evident Medieval style, is a wonderful place to walk around, lined up with elegant Venetian mansions.

Where do celebrities stay in Crete?

Elounda Gulf Villas has just earned it's place in my top 5 favourites and here's why. Elounda is a beautiful simple fishing village in the North of Crete. Over the years it's attracted the worlds rich and famous with the likes of Lady Gaga, Leonardo DiCaprio and the Saudi Royal Family choosing to holiday here.

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.

What is the most glamorous Greek island?

1. Santorini. In Santorini the blue of the sea blends with the blue of the sky and the blue roofs of the houses. This island, ranked among the best destinations for a honeymoon in Europe, is also one of the most beautiful Greek islands.