Crete in Maart
Your complete travel guide
Crowds: LowPrices: Budget
Climate overview
17°C
Air temperature
16°C
Sea temperature
6h
Sun hours/day
6
Rainy days
4
UV index
Too cold for swimming
Swimming
Best for
- Wildflower season begins
- Hiking gorges
- Easter celebrations
- Photography
What to pack
- Light jacket
- Hiking boots
- Sunscreen (UV rising)
- Layers
Events & festivals
- Greek Independence Day (Mar 25)
- Lent traditions
- Early wildflower walks
Our verdict
March marks the transition to spring. Wildflowers carpet the hillsides, gorges start opening, and Greek Independence Day on March 25th brings parades and celebrations.
Detailed weather in Maart
Crete in other months
FAQ
When is the best time to visit Crete?
The best months to visit Crete are May, June, September and October. You get warm weather, swimmable seas, and fewer crowds than peak summer (July-August).
Can you swim in Crete in Maart?
The sea temperature in Crete in Maart is around 16°C. Too cold for swimming.
Is Crete crowded in Maart?
Crowd levels in Crete in Maart are low. March marks the transition to spring. Wildflowers carpet the hillsides, gorges start opening, and Greek Independence Day on March 25th brings parades and celebrations.