August is an ideal time to visit Heraklion if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +82°F and about 29 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 5 mm of precipitation over an average of 1 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 Heraklion;
Average weather
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+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+68°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
5 mm
Total precipitation
62%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
29 ☀️
Sunny Days
1 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Heraklion has great weather in August.
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Average temperature in Heraklion in August
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Heraklion for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +70°F during the night, the temperature in August averages around +88°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +88°F.
Is Heraklion warm or cold in August?
Heraklion is typically warm in August.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +73°F to +73°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
August is the hottest month in Heraklion, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Heraklion in August
Water in Heraklion in August is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +82°F, with an average of +79°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +82°F.
The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Heraklion 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 Heraklion in August?
You can absolutely swim in Heraklion 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 Heraklion in August
Heraklion weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
July
August
September
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+82°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+64°F
+68°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+100°F
+104°F
+99°F
Rainfall
4 mm
5 mm
17 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+78°F
+79°F
+77°F
Humidity
59%
62%
64%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
29
29
22
Cloudy days
1
1
3
Rainy days
1
1
4
Snowy days
0
0
0
August weather is still as great as in July.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +82°F for average maximum temperature during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 5 mm.Humidity rises from 59% to 62%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 29 sunny days during the month.
September brings much the same weather, it remains great.
Wind speed in Heraklion in August 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 Heraklion is gradually increasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Heraklion based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% 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 2 mm, which is considered light rain.Heraklion is amazing in August with as little as 1 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:
Heraklion wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last August in Heraklion?
This is the weather in Heraklion in August 2023:
1 August
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+90°F
2 August
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+91°F
3 August
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+91°F
4 August
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+89°F
5 August
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+91°F
6 August
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+89°F
7 August
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+86°F
8 August
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+87°F
9 August
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+84°F
10 August
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+84°F
11 August
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+84°F
12 August
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+84°F
13 August
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+84°F
14 August
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+84°F
15 August
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+88°F
16 August
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+86°F
17 August
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+88°F
18 August
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+89°F
19 August
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+88°F
20 August
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+86°F
21 August
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+91°F
22 August
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+89°F
23 August
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+89°F
24 August
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+93°F
25 August
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+92°F
26 August
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+91°F
27 August
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+88°F
28 August
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+89°F
29 August
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+93°F
30 August
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+89°F
31 August
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+88°F
In August 2023 Heraklion had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 23%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Heraklion climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Heraklion in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+68°F) and the highest in 2023 (+73°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 234 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1122 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Heraklion in August:
Is August a good time to visit Heraklion?
Yes, August is a great time to go to Heraklion, 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 Heraklion.
Can you sunbathe in Heraklion in August?
August is warm in Heraklion. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Heraklion in August?
Yes, you can swim in Heraklion in August, the water temperature averaging at +79°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Heraklion rainy in August?
Heraklion is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Heraklion in August?
Yes, Heraklion 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 Heraklion, 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.
