AI-generatedPalekastro at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,810 h
- Rain a year
- 243 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 37 m
Climate in Palekastro
Palekastro has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year, Palekastro is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Palekastro
The best time to visit Palekastro is from June to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from September to June. The wettest month is January with 51 mm of precipitation.
Palekastro through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Palekastro in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Palekastro in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Palekastro in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 21–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Palekastro in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Sep – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: June – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
07:2018:41
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:04–07:54 · evening 18:07–18:57
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:54–07:04 · evening 18:57–19:07
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Palekastro compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 22°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 21° | 18° |
| Sea | 24° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Palekastro in October?
In October, Palekastro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min07:20 – 18:41
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 6 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 32 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 26 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %85 %
- Seaweight 25 %91 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %73 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Palekastro
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Palekastro: score 100 against 87. In July, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in July. July has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 24° |
| Sea | 23.4° | 24.4° |
| Sunshine | 7.4 h | 10.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 3 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 16 mm | 0 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 6better | 27 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Palekastro month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
20January16° · Sea 17° · 5.2 h
In January, Palekastro is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 51 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in January23February16° · Sea 17° · 5.6 h
In February, Palekastro is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 47 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in February31March17° · Sea 17° · 6.7 h
In March, Palekastro is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 29 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in March42April20° · Sea 17° · 8.3 h
In April, Palekastro is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in April72May23° · Sea 19° · 8.8 h
In May, Palekastro is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in May94June27° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In June, Palekastro is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in June100July29° · Sea 24° · 10.2 h
In July, Palekastro is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 37 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in July100August30° · Sea 26° · 10.0 h
In August, Palekastro is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in August100September28° · Sea 25° · 8.9 h
In September, Palekastro is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 34 km/h. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in September87October24° · Sea 23° · 7.4 h
In October, Palekastro is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in October54November21° · Sea 21° · 6.1 h
In November, Palekastro is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 26 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in November26December17° · Sea 19° · 4.9 h
In December, Palekastro is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 50 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 36 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Palekastro.
Palekastro in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Palekastro
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 6 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (12°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from April to May and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 95 days a year, mostly from July to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20 | 16° | 12° | 17.1° | 5.2 h | 9 | 51 |
| FebruaryFeb | 23 | 16° | 12° | 16.5° | 5.6 h | 8 | 47 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 17° | 13° | 16.5° | 6.7 h | 5 | 29 |
| AprilApr | 42 | 20° | 15° | 17.2° | 8.3 h | 3 | 12 |
| MayMay | 72 | 23° | 18° | 19.3° | 8.8 h | 2 | 7 |
| JuneJun | 94 | 27° | 22° | 22.3° | 10.1 h | 0 | 1 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 29° | 24° | 24.4° | 10.2 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 24° | 25.6° | 10.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 28° | 22° | 25.0° | 8.9 h | 1 | 4 |
| OctoberOct | 87 | 24° | 19° | 23.4° | 7.4 h | 3 | 16 |
| NovemberNov | 54 | 21° | 17° | 21.0° | 6.1 h | 5 | 26 |
| DecemberDec | 26 | 17° | 14° | 18.6° | 4.9 h | 8 | 50 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Palekastro
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.5 – 24.1 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Palekastro ranges from 16.5 °C in February to 25.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.8 and 26.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.1° | 16.3° | 17.9° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.5° | 15.8° | 17.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.5° | 15.8° | 17.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 17.2° | 16.6° | 17.8° | fresh |
| MayMay | 19.3° | 18.6° | 20.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.3° | 21.6° | 23.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.4° | 23.7° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.6° | 24.8° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 25.0° | 24.1° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 23.4° | 22.5° | 24.1° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 21.0° | 20.1° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.6° | 18.0° | 19.3° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Palekastro
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.4 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Palekastro, 65 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Palekastro: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Palekastro has about 3 rainy days with 16 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Palekastro
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Palekastro
How breezy and how cloudy Palekastro is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Palekastro typically peaks at 32 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 26 % of the sky over Palekastro: mostly sunny, with about 7.4 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Palekastro
How often the day gets hot in Palekastro (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Palekastro has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Palekastro
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Palekastro in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Palekastro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23).
- 39
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 87
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 23
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 50 min
- Distance
- 2,790 km
- Time zone
- UTC+3
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Greece
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Greek
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +30
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Palekastro vs Sitia
In October the holiday weather in Palekastro and Sitia is about equally good (score 87 vs 85). During the day it is about as warm in Sitia as in Palekastro. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Palekastro | Sitia |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 87 | 85 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 3 | 3 |
| Best time | Jun – Oct | Jun – Oct |
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Frequently asked questions about Palekastro
When is the best time to visit Palekastro?
The best time to visit Palekastro is from June to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Palekastro?
The sea temperature in Palekastro ranges from 16.5 °C in February to 25.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Palekastro in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.4 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Palekastro?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Palekastro?
The wettest month is January with 51 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Palekastro get?
Palekastro gets around 2,810 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.2 hours a day; in December there are 4.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Palekastro in?
Palekastro is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Palekastro?
A nonstop flight from London to Palekastro takes about 3 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,790 km.
Which school holidays are best for Palekastro?
Palekastro has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 23). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 39, May half-term 76, summer holidays 100, October half-term 87, Christmas holidays 23.