2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Heraklion in July

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

July is a good time to visit Heraklion. Heraklion has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 22°C, and approximately 1 rainy days per month.

Avg High

30°C

Avg Low

22°C

Rainy days

1days

Daylight

14.3h

Is July a good time to visit Heraklion?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:16 AM

Sunset

8:36 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 14°C 9°C 13 Wet
February 16°C 9°C 11 Good
March 17°C 10°C 9 Good
April 19°C 11°C 9 Good
May 25°C 16°C 6 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 18°C 1 Excellent (best)
July 30°C 22°C 1 Good
August 31°C 23°C 0 Good
September 29°C 21°C 4 Excellent (best)
October 26°C 18°C 7 Excellent (best)
November 19°C 14°C 15 Wet
December 18°C 12°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for July

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is July a good time to visit Heraklion? +

July is typically Good for visiting Heraklion, with average highs of 30°C and around 1 rainy days.

What should I pack for Heraklion in July? +

With highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Heraklion in July? +

Heraklion typically sees around 1 rainy days in July.

How many hours of daylight are there in Heraklion in July? +

In July, Heraklion gets approximately 14.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is July peak season in Heraklion? +

No, July is not peak season in Heraklion. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Heraklion? +

The best months to visit Heraklion are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Athens)

Last Updated: January 2026

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30° / 22°
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