August 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Crete. With minimal rain risk (2%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Crete, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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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 August 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 23.2°C. 2% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Crete in August
Based on historical data for August 16, Crete typically experiences temperatures between 14.6°C and 23.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (2% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Crete
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
23.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
2%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
7%
Clear sky
Pressure
1012.5 hPa
Low volatility
Crete Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 50+, limit exposure 10am-4pm
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 10 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 15 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 25 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.2°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Jellyfish Warning
High water temps may attract jellyfish swarms.
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Greece
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~142
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Crete
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:42
☀️ Noon
12:26
🌇 Sunset
19:10
⏱️ Daylight
13h 28m
Wind Speed
12.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
57%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Crete
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
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 August 16 averages 23.2°C with a 2% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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 August 16?
Planning a trip to Crete on August 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 23.2°C with a 2% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 142 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 27.3°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.51m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 10.8°C in 2021.