🇬🇷 Heraklion (Crete) vs London 🇬🇧

Heraklion (Crete), Greece vs London, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Heraklion (Crete) is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Heraklion (Crete) is drier, with roughly 33 fewer rainy days a year.

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Climate at a glance

🇬🇷 Heraklion (Crete)🇬🇧 London
Avg annual high
23°C
16°C
Hottest month
July · 31°C
July · 24°C
Coldest monthJanuary (9°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year
78
111
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitApril, October, NovemberJune, July, August

🇬🇷 Heraklion (Crete)

Best around April, October, November. Hottest in July (31°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

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Frequently asked questions

Is Heraklion (Crete) or London warmer?

Heraklion (Crete) is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Heraklion (Crete) or London?

London is rainier — Heraklion (Crete) sees about 33 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Heraklion (Crete) vs London?

Heraklion (Crete) is best around April, October, November; London is best around June, July, August.

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