🇳🇱 Amsterdam vs Heraklion (Crete) 🇬🇷
Amsterdam, Netherlands vs Heraklion (Crete), Greece — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Heraklion (Crete) is the warmer of the two — about 9 degrees warmer on average across the year. Heraklion (Crete) is drier, with roughly 74 fewer rainy days a year.
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Climate at a glance
| 🇳🇱 Amsterdam | 🇬🇷 Heraklion (Crete) | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg annual high | 14°C | 23°C |
| Hottest month | July · 22°C | July · 31°C |
| Coldest month | January (1°C low) | January (9°C low) |
| Rainy days / year | 152 | 78 |
| Snow | Yes | Rare |
| Best months to visit | June, July, August | April, October, November |
🇳🇱 Amsterdam
Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (22°C), coldest lows in January (1°C).
🇬🇷 Heraklion (Crete)
Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amsterdam or Heraklion (Crete) warmer?
Heraklion (Crete) is warmer overall, averaging about 9 degrees higher across the year.
Which is rainier, Amsterdam or Heraklion (Crete)?
Amsterdam is rainier — Heraklion (Crete) sees about 74 fewer rainy days per year.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam vs Heraklion (Crete)?
Amsterdam is best around June, July, August; Heraklion (Crete) is best around April, October, November.
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