If you plan to visit Chania in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +59°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 150 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
December is usually the wettest month of the year in Chania;
Average weather
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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
150 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chania has OK weather in December.
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Average temperature in Chania in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chania for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +68°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +63°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +63°F.
Is Chania warm or cold in December?
Chania is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +64°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +61°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Chania:
Water temperature in Chania in December
Water in Chania in December is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +68°F, with an average of +65°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 December?
Water temperature (+65°F) in Chania in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Chania in December
Chania weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+64°F
+59°F
+57°F
Min. temperature
+45°F
+39°F
+36°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+73°F
+70°F
Rainfall
106 mm
150 mm
146 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+69°F
+65°F
+62°F
Humidity
74%
76%
75%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
6
3
4
Cloudy days
9
8
7
Rainy days
12
16
17
Snowy days
0
0
0
December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November.It’s getting colder in December. From +64°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +59°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 106 mm to 150 mm.Humidity rises from 74% to 76%.Winds are stronger in comparison to November, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 6 sunny days in November to 3 in December.
January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Chania in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 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 December, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Chania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 78 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
December is one of the rainiest months in Chania, here is a comparison with other months, 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 December in Chania?
This is the weather in Chania in December 2023:
1 December
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+67°F
2 December
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+69°F
3 December
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+69°F
4 December
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+65°F
5 December
🌧️
+63°F
6 December
🌧️
+64°F
7 December
🌧️
+64°F
8 December
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+60°F
9 December
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+58°F
10 December
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+60°F
11 December
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+61°F
12 December
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+64°F
13 December
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+66°F
14 December
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+68°F
15 December
☀️
+67°F
16 December
🌧️
+65°F
17 December
🌧️
+58°F
18 December
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+59°F
19 December
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+62°F
20 December
🌧️
+62°F
21 December
🌧️
+60°F
22 December
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+63°F
23 December
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+64°F
24 December
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+64°F
25 December
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+63°F
26 December
🌧️
+63°F
27 December
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+62°F
28 December
☀️
+62°F
29 December
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+62°F
30 December
☁️
+62°F
31 December
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+62°F
In December 2023 Chania had 10 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +68°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 60%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Chania climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Chania in December 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 December:
Is December a good time to visit Chania?
It’s always a good time to visit Chania, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Chania in December?
December has mild temperatures in Chania. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Chania in December?
In general, you can swim in Chania in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Chania rainy in December?
Chania is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Chania in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Chania in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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.
