Crete in September
Your complete travel guide
Climate overview
29°C
Air temperature
25°C
Sea temperature
10h
Sun hours/day
1
Rainy days
7
UV index
Perfect for swimming
Swimming
Best for
- Best month overall
- Warm sea (25°C)
- Fewer crowds than summer
- Wine harvest
What to pack
- Swimsuit still essential
- Sunscreen
- Light evening jacket
- Good walking shoes
Events & festivals
- Grape harvest festivals
- Tsikoudia distillation begins
- Cultural events continue
Our verdict
September is many travelers' favorite month for Crete. The sea is still 25°C, crowds thin out, prices drop slightly, and the grape harvest brings wine festivals across the island.
Detailed weather in September
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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 September?
The sea temperature in Crete in September is around 25°C. Perfect for swimming.
Is Crete crowded in September?
Crowd levels in Crete in September are high. September is many travelers' favorite month for Crete. The sea is still 25°C, crowds thin out, prices drop slightly, and the grape harvest brings wine festivals across the island.