September · Greece
Best time to visit Crete in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Crete in September
Average temperature 25°C, 19 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
9.9/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 19 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
September in Crete scores 9.9/10 for beach and coastal travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 19 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Crete holds Minoan Knossos, Chania's Venetian harbor, and a south coast of sheltered beaches and gorge walks.
September is one of the strongest months in Crete (4th)
With 25°C (77°F) on average, September delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
With around 19 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.2 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Crete at 9.9/10 (4th of 12), just behind July at 10/10.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Crete in September?
- In September, Crete averages 25°C, 19 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Crete?
- September earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Crete in September?
- Expect about 19 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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