❄️ Not really. Average temperature: 13°C
No, it's cold at just 13°C. This isn't a warm weather destination during this month. Crete in February has an average air temperature of 13°C with sea temperatures around 15°C. You can expect 5 hours of sunshine per day and 60mm of rainfall, which means light rainfall — occasional brief showers.
At 15°C the sea is quite cold. A wetsuit is recommended if you plan to swim. With 5 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 February, 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 February:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crete | 13°C | 15°C | 60mm | 5h |
| Alicante | 13°C | 13°C | 18mm | 7h |
| Ibiza | 13°C | 14°C | 25mm | 7h |
| Lisbon | 13°C | 15°C | 65mm | 6h |
| Malta | 13°C | 15°C | 55mm | 6h |
| Azores | 14°C | 16°C | 85mm | 4h |
See how Crete's temperature changes throughout the year:
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No, Crete in February has average temperatures of 13°C. It is not particularly warm this time of year. Sea temperatures are 15°C.
The sea at 15°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 March or other warm destinations for this time of year.
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