April 4 is generally a great time to visit Crete. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. You'll enjoy Crete with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Crete
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Greek
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.838
Crete Weather Forecast for April 4
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.3°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Crete in April
Based on historical data for April 4, Crete typically experiences temperatures between 3.4°C and 11.3°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Crete
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
3.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Crete Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 91% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.6°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Greece
Flight Traffic
Moderate
41/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~58
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Crete
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:04
☀️ Noon
12:24
🌇 Sunset
18:44
⏱️ Daylight
12h 40m
Wind Speed
11.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Crete
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Crete on April 4 averages 11.3°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 73/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Crete Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Crete Worth Visiting on April 4?
Planning a trip to Crete on April 4? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.3°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 58 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Greece, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.6°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 4 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.3°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 0.7°C in 2019.