Geography of Crete
Geography of Crete: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Crete
Santorini is 88 mi to the north-east, Santorini is 88 mi to the north-east, Mykonos is 155 mi to the north and Athens International Airport is 192 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 35°14′24.4″N 24°48′33.5″E (35.2401, 24.8093)
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Summary
Crete is an island in Greece. Crete is an island known for Minoan ruins and long beaches.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Crete with clear sky. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 64°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Crete is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 192 mi away. Nearby highlights include Balos Lagoon, Elafonissi Beach, Santorini and Mykonos.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 79°F is 5.4°F above the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Crete today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Crete month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43° | 33° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 41° | 31° | 6,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 47° | 35° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 53° | 40° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 61° | 47° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 71° | 56° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 74° | 59° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 73° | 58° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 53° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 46° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 53° | 41° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 45° | 35° | 5,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Crete?
Crete is an island in Greece. Its coordinates are 35.2401, 24.8093. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Crete right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 48% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Crete?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Crete, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Crete in?
Crete observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 8:54 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Crete?
The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 192 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Crete?
Popular options include Balos Lagoon, Elafonissi Beach, Santorini, Mykonos, Acropolis, Athens and Acropolis of Athens.
What places are in Crete?
Crete covers 2 places in this atlas, including Balos Lagoon and Elafonissi Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 8:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
