Is December a Good Time to Visit Crete?
👌Good option with minor considerations(63/100)
Short Answer
Crete's December averages 7°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (15% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.
Decision Factors
Vaccinations required
Yellow Fever
Seismically active region
37 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)
Very high humidity
85% average humidity
Off-peak season - fewer crowds
Only 15% of peak - better deals and empty crowds
Health precautions needed
Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever, Leishmaniasis
Good For
- 💰Budget travelers
Off-peak pricing with acceptable weather conditions
- 🏛️Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
- 💼Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
Who Should Avoid
- 👴Elderly travelers
85% humidity creates difficult conditions