What is the wind called in Crete?
What is the wind called in Crete? In Greece, the Meltemi is also known as the 'etesian' wind which translated means 'annual wind'. These strong, dry northern winds actually blow all through the summer from June right through to September and sometimes they can last another month too.
Which side of Crete is the windiest?
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.
Does it get cold in the evening in Greece?
Does it get cold at night in Athens? The average temperature is of 25.4 °C (78 °F), with a minimum of 20.5 °C (68.9 °F) and a maximum of 30.3 °C (86.5 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 16 °C (60.5 °F).
Which side of Crete is less windy?
Beaches on the southern side of Crete are less windy but sometimes they can also be affected. DISCOVER THE BEACHES WITH YOUR OWN CAR! Want to discover Crete with ease and totally carefree?