Temperature
Hot by day, warm at night.
88°Ftypical Aug high
Typical range
Heraklion
Greece · Europe
Heraklion is most comfortable in May and June. Summers are hot and winters are mild. The wetter months are roughly October to March.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
47°F to 88°F
Rain
7 days/mo
Sunshine
11 h/day
Humidity feel
Sometimes humid
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the driest months, with very little rain.
3%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
12.9 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Hot days with humid air through much of the month.
76%Aug share of humid air hours
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid airVery humid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 88° and nights feel near 80°.
ColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
Sea temperature
79°Aug sea temp
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
95%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 88°F, easing to about 84°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning83°F
Feels 85°F
Rain1%
Cloud6%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityModerate
Midday88°F
Rain3%
Cloud8%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon88°F
Rain3%
Cloud9%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityStrong
Early evening84°F
Feels 86°F
Rain1%
Cloud5%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityLow
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
6 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Heraklion with Palma de Mallorca.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jun 13, 2026
Data & methodology