Chania Weather

Bordering between the climate of the Cycladic islands and mainland Greece, Chania is a bridge between two worlds! Its weather is mostly between warm and hot temperatures throughout the summer, though winters in Chania are rainy and moderately cold!

In brief, Chania presents warm weather during summertime, especially between July and August. Throughout winter, temperatures are low and rainfall is frequent.
A good part of the tourist infrastructure is open all year long, so people who seek a brief escape from everyday life can enjoy their vacation in rural or urban Chania during the low season, early spring, and late autumn! In addition, seaside weather remains warmer than lots of areas throughout the country, while secluded, distant villages are fantastic for a wintertime visit!

Despite tourism from locals and abroad skyrocketing during July and August, the tourist-friendly Chania is ideal for a visit at any point through the year!
Keep in mind that most tourist-focused amenities and establishments are open from April to October.

Below, you can see the average temperatures in Chania by month. We have also gathered information regarding the weather by month.

Average High & Low Air Temperature (in °C/°F)

 

Discover the weather in Chania by month:
January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December

The month of January seems to be the coldest period in Chania!

The average temperature is 11°C/51.8°F (maximum 14.3°C/57.8°F | minimum 7.9°C/46.3°F)
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 1.1°C/34°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 26.1°C/79°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 3.8 hours.
Humidity reaches 73%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11.1 kph (6.9 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 16.1°C/61°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

Mirroring the weather of January, February has lots of rainfalls and low temperatures, as well as more cold breezees.

The average temperature is 11.4°C/52.5°F (maximum: 14.9°C/58.8°F | minimum 8.1°C/46.6°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 2.2°C/36°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 22.2°C/72°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 4.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 71%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 13.2 kph (8.2 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 15°C/59°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

March continues the upward trajectory of the temperature, though it is not considered a warm month despite it being the beginning of springtime!

The average temperature is 12.5°C/54.5°F (maximum 16.1°C/60.9°F | minimum 9.3°C/48.7°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 2.8°C/37°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 22.8°C/73°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5.8 hours.
Humidity reaches 70%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 13.5 kph (8.4 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 15°C/59°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

April is not ideal for swimming, but Chania's weather is far from cold, given that there is a big trend towards warm weather, as opposed to March.

The average temperature is 15.7°C/60.2°F (maximum 19.8°C/67.7°F | minimum 11.8°C/53.2°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 6.1°C/43°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 30°C/86°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 7.7 hours.
Humidity reaches 65%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 12.4 kph (7.7 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 16.1°C/61°F; hence, swimming is not recommended.

May is quite warm for the region of Chania, presenting as a fine visit for springtime lovers since tourists are just now starting to arrive and price tags for accommodation are relatively low!

The average temperature is 20°C/68°F (maximum: 24.5°C/76.1°F | minimum: 15.7°C/60.3°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 11.1°C/52°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 37.2°C/99°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9.8 hours.
Humidity reaches 58%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11.3 kph (7 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 18.9°C/66°F; hence, the waters are a bit cool.

The official start of the summer season, June in Chania has high temperatures and fine waters!

The average temperature is 24.3°C/75.7°F (maximum 28.4°C/83.2°F | minimum 20°C/68°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 13.9°C/57°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 37.8°C/100°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11.5 hours.
Humidity reaches 51%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11.7 kph (7.3 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 22.2°C/72°F; hence, the waters are warm.

Paired with August as one of the hottest months for Chania, both rural and urban parts of Chania are very busy during the hot month of July, attributed to the very warm waters and sky-high temperatures!

The average temperature is 27.2°C/80.6°F (maximum 31.2°C/88.2°F | minimum 22.6°C/72.6°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 18.9°C/66°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 42.2°C/108°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 12.1 hours.
Humidity reaches 50%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.6 kph (6.6 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 23.9°C/75°F; hence, the waters are quite warm.

Like July, August is hot and full every year! Plus, everybody recommends that you book your room of preference and ferry tickets for July and August way in advance!

The average temperature is 26.8°C/80.2°F (maximum 31.1°C/88°F | minimum 22.7°C/72.9°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 20°C/68°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 40°C/104°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 11.6 hours.
Humidity reaches 54%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 11.3 kph (7 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 25°C/77°F; hence, the waters are very warm.

September in Chania is still really warm and a good time to visit the region for its seaside establishments! Plus, the waters are still quite warm and offer a fantastic swimming experience!

The average temperature is 23.8°C/74.9°F (maximum 28°C/82.4°F | minimum 20.1°C/68.1°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 13.9°C/57°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 36.1°C/97°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 9.6 hours.
Humidity reaches 61%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 10.3 kph (6.4 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 23.9°C/75°F; hence, the waters are quite warm.

The month of October is a transitional period in Chania since warm weather is slowly replaced by cold breezes and some rainfalls, though one can still enjoy a swim and some tourist facilities.

The average temperature is 20.1°C/68.1°F (maximum 23.9°C/75.1°F | minimum 16.8°C/62.2°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 11.1°C/52°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 36.1°C/97°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 6.3 hours.
Humidity reaches 69%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 8.7 kph (5.4 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 22.2°C/72°F; hence, the waters are warm.

Visitors of Chania in November should be well-prepared for chilly weather and more rainfall.

The average temperature is 17.1°C/62.8°F (maximum 20.5°C/68.9°F | minimum 14.1°C/57.3°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 8.9°C/48°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 32.2°C/90°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 5.1 hours.
Humidity reaches 73%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.5 kph (5.9 mph).
The mean sea temperature is 20°C/68°F; hence, the waters are a little bit cool.

December is the third coldest month in Chania and many visitors prefer it for a wintertime visit, given that it is ideal for a stop by Chania's villages!

The average temperature is 13.7°C/56.6°F (maximum 16.9°C/62.5°F | minimum 10.9°C/51.7°F).
On the coldest nights, the temperature may drop to 6.1°C/43°F.
On the warmest days, the temperature may reach 23.9°C/75°F.
The sunshine lasts approximately 3.9 hours.
Humidity reaches 73%, while the mean speed of the wind is around 9.5 kph (5.9 mph).
The mean sea temperature is about 17.2°C/63°F; hence, swimming is not quite recommended.