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Chania in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Chania in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Chania, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Chania in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Chania in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +70°F and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 76 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chania has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Chania in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chania for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +72°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +72°F.

Is Chania warm or cold in October?

Chania is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +75°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +66°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Chania:

Water temperature in Chania in October

Water in Chania in October is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +77°F, with an average of +74°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +70°F.

In October, 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 October?

The water in Chania in October is pretty comfortable (+74°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Chania in October

Chania weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+75°F+70°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+61°F+54°F+45°F
Max. temperature
+88°F+88°F+81°F
Rainfall
25 mm76 mm106 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F+74°F+69°F
Humidity
65%71%74%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
20126
Cloudy days
379
Rainy days
5912
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +75°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +70°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 25 mm to 76 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 20 sunny days in September to 12 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Chania in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Chania is gradually decreasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Chania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 9 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. Chania is amazing in October with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how October 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 October in Chania?

This is the weather in Chania in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+75°F
2 October
☀️
+75°F
3 October
🌧️
+73°F
4 October
☀️
+72°F
5 October
☀️
+71°F
6 October
☀️
+72°F
7 October
☁️
+72°F
8 October
☀️
+71°F
9 October
☀️
+73°F
10 October
☀️
+72°F
11 October
☀️
+72°F
12 October
🌧️
+69°F
13 October
☀️
+69°F
14 October
☀️
+71°F
15 October
☀️
+73°F
16 October
☀️
+74°F
17 October
☀️
+71°F
18 October
☀️
+74°F
19 October
☀️
+71°F
20 October
☀️
+73°F
21 October
☀️
+74°F
22 October
☀️
+73°F
23 October
☀️
+73°F
24 October
☀️
+72°F
25 October
☁️
+74°F
26 October
☁️
+74°F
27 October
☀️
+73°F
28 October
☁️
+74°F
29 October
☁️
+72°F
30 October
☀️
+71°F
31 October
☀️
+71°F
In October 2023 Chania had 24 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 49%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Chania?

October is a really good time to go to Chania. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Chania.

Can you sunbathe in Chania in October?

October 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 October?

Yes, the water temperature in Chania in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +74°F.

Is Chania rainy in October?

Chania is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Chania in October?

The amount of sunny days in Chania during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Chania

Source of the data

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.