1. Crete. Greece's largest and most southerly island, Crete has mild and sunny weather throughout winter; in fact, it has some of the warmest winter weather in Europe with average highs generally around 15-16°C and average lows around 9-11°C. This makes it easy to get out and see everything this island has to offer.
Where is the warmest in Greece?
Karpathos (Dodecanese)Located between Rhodes and Crete, Karpathos is the hottest destination in Greece. Monthly temperatures average 30°C (86°F) throughout the summer, with very little rainfall. It's one of the most southerly isles in the country, which helps explain its sizzling temperatures.
Is Crete warmer than Corfu?
Is Crete or Corfu hotter in October?
Crete is the warmest of the Greek islands in October because of its geographical location in the South Aegean Sea, close to North Africa. While the heat isn't as insufferable as it is during the summer months, it's still a bit intense, mainly if you're not used to mid-20s temperatures.
Can you swim in the ocean in Crete?
Crete is considered to have some of the most beautiful beaches in the country and someone can swim almost everywhere. The part of Crete with the best beaches is definitely Chania.