Chania weather in August

August in Chania: warm, dry — one of the best months to visit.
#2 of 12 months in Chania · #82 of 897 destinations to visit in August · comfort 92/100 (tier S)
Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis
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Chania climate normals — August
| Daytime high | 29°C / 83°F | 🌤 warm |
|---|---|---|
| Nighttime low | 24°C / 75°F | |
| Rainfall | 4 mm / 0.1 in | ☀️ dry |
| Rainy days | 2 days | |
| Humidity | 69% | 💧 humid |
| Dew point | 20°C / 68°F | |
| Sunshine | 12.6 h/day | |
| Daylight | 13.5 h | |
| Wind | 19 km/h / 12 mph | |
| Air quality (US AQI) | 63 | 🙂 moderate |
Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.
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Chania in August — FAQ
- Is August a good time to visit Chania?
- August in Chania: warm, dry — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Chania on SeasonMap's comfort score (92/100).
- What is the weather like in Chania in August?
- In August, Chania averages a daily high of 28.5°C and a low of 23.8°C, with about 3.7 mm of rain over roughly 1.6 rainy days.
- What is the air quality in Chania in August?
- Chania has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 63 in August.