August is an ideal time to visit Chania if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +79°F and about 28 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 4 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
August is usually the hottest month of the year in Chania;
Average weather
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+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
4 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
28 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chania has great weather in August.
Average temperature in Chania in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chania for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +82°F during the day to a minimum of +75°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +81°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +79°F.
Is Chania warm or cold in August?
Chania is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +79°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Chania, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Chania in August
Water in Chania in August is Warm. It varies from +77°F to +81°F, with an average of +79°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +79°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Chania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +61°F.
Can you swim in Chania in August?
You can absolutely swim in Chania in August, the water is warm (+79°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Chania in August
Chania weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+79°F
+79°F
+75°F
Min. temperature
+66°F
+70°F
+61°F
Max. temperature
+97°F
+93°F
+88°F
Rainfall
3 mm
4 mm
25 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F
+79°F
+78°F
Humidity
57%
61%
65%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1011 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
29
28
20
Cloudy days
0
1
3
Rainy days
2
2
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +79°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 3 mm to 4 mm.Humidity rises from 57% to 61%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in July to 28 in August.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Chania in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Chania is gradually increasing during August, going from 2 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Chania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in August, with total rainfall of approximately 2 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain.Chania is amazing in August with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how August is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Chania wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 150 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Chania?
This is the weather in Chania in August 2023:
1 August
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+81°F
2 August
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+81°F
3 August
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+81°F
4 August
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+80°F
5 August
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+81°F
6 August
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+80°F
7 August
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+79°F
8 August
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+80°F
9 August
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+78°F
10 August
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+78°F
11 August
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+77°F
12 August
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+78°F
13 August
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+77°F
14 August
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+78°F
15 August
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+79°F
16 August
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+80°F
17 August
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+80°F
18 August
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+80°F
19 August
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+80°F
20 August
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+81°F
21 August
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+81°F
22 August
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+81°F
23 August
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+80°F
24 August
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+81°F
25 August
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+82°F
26 August
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+81°F
27 August
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+82°F
28 August
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+81°F
29 August
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+82°F
30 August
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+80°F
31 August
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+79°F
In August 2023 Chania had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 90% and a minimum of 48%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Chania climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Chania in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+65°F) and the highest in 2019 (+72°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 420 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1254 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chania in August:
Is August a good time to visit Chania?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Chania, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Chania.
Can you sunbathe in Chania in August?
August is warm in Chania. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Chania in August?
Yes, you can swim in Chania in August, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Chania rainy in August?
Chania is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Chania in August?
Yes, Chania is sunny in August. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chania, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.