Crete, GreeceGreece's largest island stays warm throughout October so expect temperatures ranging from 20-25C. The crystal-clear waters of Elafonissi Beach, with its rose pink banks, are blissfully quiet at this time of year.
Are restaurants still open in Crete in October?
By mid October, many of the holiday resorts are feeling tired as the hotels & tavernas start to close, although in most places there will be a few restaurants etc open until the end of October.
Are bars and restaurants open in Crete in October?
You can find some of them open until November but not with so many people in them! However if you want my mind about tavernas, you can visit "Krites" which is all year round open, with Cretan traditional food.
Do hotels in Crete close for winter?
All major hotels and resorts in Crete are closed and there are no direct charter flights as in the summer months. This is an ideal time to travel for those who want to avoid the hustle and bustle of mass tourism and discover the original character of the island.
Is Crete cloudy in October?
There is a 62% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 38% chance of seeing some clouds, with on average 14mm of rainfall this month.
Does Crete shut down in October?
Does everything close in Greece in October?
The sea temperature is still warm in October and most days are sunny. Most businesses are open, despite the fewer crowds and, sure enough, you can find great deals in this off-season.
Are Greek islands closed in October?
Greek islands which are smaller and less touristic have a shorter season, larger islands like Crete, Corfu and Santorini have extended seasons sometimes up to full year. Hotels have different opening/closing dates but the general rule for islands is that they open in April and close at end October.
Are restaurants open in Crete in October?
The other side of that is, if the weather isn't warm, there is not a lot to do. By mid October, many of the holiday resorts are feeling tired as the hotels & tavernas start to close, although in most places there will be a few restaurants etc open until the end of October.
What time does it get dark in Crete in October?
During October you can expect 11 hours of daylight with six hours of sunshine each day. Bring plenty of sun cream as UV levels will still be moderate, while sunset's just after 7pm at the start of the month, and gradually gets earlier before the end of daylight saving take another hour off this.
Are the Greek islands still open in October?
Greek islands which are smaller and less touristic have a shorter season, larger islands like Crete, Corfu and Santorini have extended seasons sometimes up to full year. Hotels have different opening/closing dates but the general rule for islands is that they open in April and close at end October.