Climate normals · 1970–2000
Irákleion Climate
Irákleion is a city in Greece (ESYE43) with a population of about 137,154. Its average annual temperature is 18.1°C (65°F), with roughly 551 mm of rain per year.
18.1°C
Avg Temp
551
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Irákleion Climate
Irákleion has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F) and receives about 551 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.1°C
Avg Temp
551
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 53° | 105 mm |
| February | 12° / 53° | 80 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 71 mm |
| April | 16° / 61° | 30 mm |
| May | 20° / 67° | 14 mm |
| June | 24° / 74° | 4 mm |
| July | 25° / 78° | 1 mm |
| August | 25° / 78° | 1 mm |
| September | 23° / 73° | 15 mm |
| October | 20° / 67° | 60 mm |
| November | 16° / 61° | 74 mm |
| December | 13° / 55° | 96 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Irákleion
The most comfortable months to visit Irákleion are typically May, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near 9°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Irákleion are typically May, June and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Irákleion, Greece has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C and about 551 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January.
In July, the hottest month, daily highs in Irákleion average about 29°C (84°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.