Mild
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
October verdict
Heraklion, Greece in October
Weather score62Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 22°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 84mm, so some wet days are possible.
October weather
Monthly averages
Temp
22°C
Rain
84mm
Sun
6.4h
Sea
23°C
Weather score
62
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 84mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 6.4h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 23°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare Heraklion, Greece with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
October22°C average high
October is close to Heraklion's yearly temperature average, giving a typical read on daytime heat.
Warmest monthsJune to September
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
October84mm average rain
October sits near Heraklion's yearly rainfall average, so rain is a normal planning factor rather than an outlier.
Driest monthsApril to September
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
October6.4 hours average sun
October is below Heraklion's yearly sunshine average, so bright-day planning is less reliable than in peak months.
Brightest monthsJune to August
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
October23°C average sea
October sits in the warmer sea-temperature season, usually making swimming easier to enjoy.
Warmest seaJuly to September
Sea temperatures are usually near 25°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
October62 weather score
October sits close to Heraklion's yearly weather-score average, giving a typical overall read on the month.
Best weather monthsJune to September
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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