April · Greece
Best time to visit Chania in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Chania in April
Average temperature 16°C, 23 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
9.8/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 23 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Chania scores 9.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 16°C, 23 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Venetian harbor city in Crete featuring Ottoman lighthouses, cobblestone alleys, and pink-sand Balos lagoon.
April is one of the strongest months in Chania (2nd)
Temperatures hover around 16°C (61°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 23 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.9 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Chania at 9.8/10 (2nd of 12), just behind May at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Chania in April?
- In April, Chania averages 16°C, 23 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Chania?
- April earns a 9.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Chania in April?
- Expect about 23 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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