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Calculations are based on the last 8 years of historical weather data.
Heat Seeker Score is a composite score designed for those who crave hot, sunny weather with minimal rainfall. It prioritizes high temperatures and abundant sunshine.
Perfect for sun worshippers, beach lovers, and those seeking warm, dry climates for outdoor activities and relaxation.
Formula optimized for hot weather enthusiasts who prefer temperatures above 25°C (77°F) with maximum sun exposure and minimal precipitation.
Key factors in the calculation:
High temperatures: Favors locations with warm to hot daily highs
Abundant sunshine: Rewards areas with maximum daylight hours
Low precipitation: Penalizes frequent rain and wet conditions
Warm nights: Considers comfortable evening temperatures
The temperatures in Crete Island range from a minimum of 9.2°C in February to a maximum of 29.9°C in July.
Comfortable temperatures are mainly experienced from May to October.
The months of January, February, March, and December have cooler temperatures.
Discomfort temperatures are nearly reached in July and August, but not reached.
Maximum Temperatures
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 14.6°C |
| Feb | 14.7°C |
| Mar | 16.5°C |
| Apr | 20.0°C |
| May | 24.0°C |
| Jun | 27.8°C |
| Jul | 30.0°C |
| Aug | 29.6°C |
| Sep | 27.5°C |
| Oct | 23.4°C |
| Nov | 19.8°C |
| Dec | 16.4°C |
| Average | 22.0°C |
Minimum Temperatures
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 9.4°C |
| Feb | 9.3°C |
| Mar | 10.5°C |
| Apr | 12.9°C |
| May | 16.7°C |
| Jun | 20.6°C |
| Jul | 22.7°C |
| Aug | 22.9°C |
| Sep | 21.1°C |
| Oct | 18.0°C |
| Nov | 14.8°C |
| Dec | 11.7°C |
| Average | 15.9°C |
Crete Island experiences a significant increase in sun hours from January to July, peaking in July at 13.4 hours per day, while precipitation levels are at their lowest during the summer months, particularly in July with only 0.27 mm.
The late spring and summer months provide the most favorable weather conditions for sun-seekers, with May through August having the least precipitation and the highest sunlight.
In contrast, the winter months see both lower sun hours and higher precipitation, with January receiving 1.7 mm of rain and only 4.3 hours of sunshine.
Sunny Weather
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 4.3 hours/day |
| Feb | 4.8 hours/day |
| Mar | 6.5 hours/day |
| Apr | 8.7 hours/day |
| May | 10.5 hours/day |
| Jun | 12.5 hours/day |
| Jul | 13.4 hours/day |
| Aug | 13.2 hours/day |
| Sep | 10.5 hours/day |
| Oct | 8.0 hours/day |
| Nov | 5.9 hours/day |
| Dec | 4.5 hours/day |
| Average | 8.6 hours/day |
Precipitation Levels
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 1.7mm |
| Feb | 1.7mm |
| Mar | 1.7mm |
| Apr | 0.6mm |
| May | 1.0mm |
| Jun | 0.5mm |
| Jul | 0.3mm |
| Aug | 0.3mm |
| Sep | 0.3mm |
| Oct | 0.9mm |
| Nov | 1.1mm |
| Dec | 1.6mm |
| Average | 1.0mm |
Wind Speed
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 21.6km/h |
| Feb | 20.4km/h |
| Mar | 21.0km/h |
| Apr | 18.2km/h |
| May | 16.7km/h |
| Jun | 17.7km/h |
| Jul | 21.3km/h |
| Aug | 20.8km/h |
| Sep | 19.0km/h |
| Oct | 17.2km/h |
| Nov | 18.8km/h |
| Dec | 19.7km/h |
| Average | 19.4km/h |
Humidity
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 72.2% |
| Feb | 72.3% |
| Mar | 69.1% |
| Apr | 65.2% |
| May | 64.4% |
| Jun | 63.0% |
| Jul | 60.3% |
| Aug | 62.1% |
| Sep | 62.7% |
| Oct | 66.2% |
| Nov | 69.7% |
| Dec | 72.1% |
| Average | 66.6% |
In Crete Island, the earliest sunrise occurs in June at 06:06, while the latest takes place in January at 07:27, indicating a progressive shift towards later mornings during winter.
The sunset timing showcases a dramatic shift too, with the latest sunset at 20:35 in June and the earliest at 17:11 in December, highlighting the significant differences in daylight across seasons.
Overall, the maximum day length in June spans 14 hours and 29 minutes, compared to the shortest day in December at just 9 hours and 49 minutes, illustrating the substantial variation in daylight experienced in Crete.
Sunrise Time
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 7:27 |
| Feb | 7:07 |
| Mar | 6:35 |
| Apr | 6:48 |
| May | 6:16 |
| Jun | 6:06 |
| Jul | 6:18 |
| Aug | 6:41 |
| Sep | 7:04 |
| Oct | 7:22 |
| Nov | 6:56 |
| Dec | 7:22 |
| Average | 6:48 |
Sunset Time
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 17:33 |
| Feb | 18:02 |
| Mar | 18:34 |
| Apr | 19:53 |
| May | 20:18 |
| Jun | 20:35 |
| Jul | 20:34 |
| Aug | 20:07 |
| Sep | 19:27 |
| Oct | 18:39 |
| Nov | 17:16 |
| Dec | 17:11 |
| Average | 19:00 |
Useful Day Length
| Period | Crete Island |
|---|---|
| Jan | 10:06 hours |
| Feb | 10:56 hours |
| Mar | 11:34 hours |
| Apr | 12:53 hours |
| May | 13:18 hours |
| Jun | 13:35 hours |
| Jul | 13:34 hours |
| Aug | 13:07 hours |
| Sep | 12:23 hours |
| Oct | 11:17 hours |
| Nov | 10:16 hours |
| Dec | 9:50 hours |
| Average | 11:54 hours |