October 27 is generally a great time to visit Crete. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Crete is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 October 27
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 14°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Crete in October
Based on historical data for October 27, Crete typically experiences temperatures between 7.3°C and 14°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Crete
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
14°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.8°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.6 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 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 42 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 63 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 105 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.4°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
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Greece
Flight Traffic
High
81/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~115
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Crete
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:38
☀️ Noon
12:05
🌇 Sunset
17:33
⏱️ Daylight
10h 55m
Wind Speed
10.5 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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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
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 October 27 averages 14°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 24
14.9°C • 19% rain
Score
96
October 25
14.7°C • 20% rain
Score
95
October 26
14.5°C • 19% rain
Score
93
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Crete Worth Visiting on October 27?
Planning a trip to Crete on October 27? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 14°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 115 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 24.1°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.51m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 27 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.4°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 4.7°C in 2017.