❄️ Not really. Average temperature: 14°C
No, it's cold at just 14°C. This isn't a warm weather destination during this month. Crete in December has an average air temperature of 14°C with sea temperatures around 17°C. You can expect 4 hours of sunshine per day and 70mm of rainfall, which means moderate rainfall — some wet days expected.
At 17°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 4 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
If you're looking for heat in December, you might want to consider warmer alternatives. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Crete stacks up against similar destinations in December:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crete | 14°C | 17°C | 70mm | 4h |
| Santorini | 14°C | 17°C | 65mm | 4h |
| Alicante | 13°C | 15°C | 25mm | 6h |
| Azores | 15°C | 18°C | 110mm | 3h |
| Cyprus | 15°C | 19°C | 65mm | 5h |
| Ibiza | 13°C | 16°C | 45mm | 5h |
See how Crete's temperature changes throughout the year:
Looking for somewhere warm in December? These destinations are all 25°C+:
No, Crete in December has average temperatures of 14°C. It is not particularly warm this time of year. Sea temperatures are 17°C.
The sea at 17°C is cold — a wetsuit is recommended.
Pack warm clothing including a winter jacket, scarf, and thermals. Umbrella recommended.
There are warmer months to visit Crete. Consider checking January or other warm destinations for this time of year.
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