Weather in Heraklion for December 2026
In general, the average temperature in Heraklion at the beginning of December is 17.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 14.6 °C by the end of December.
The climate of Heraklion in December is notably wet, with an average of 11 rainy days, and a total of 62.8 mm of precipitation.
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Temperatures trend during December in Heraklion
December weather in Heraklion day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Light rain | 19° /13° | 3.2 mm | 2.8 | |
| 2 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 19° /13° | 1.7 mm | 2.8 | |
| 3 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 18° /14° | 1.3 mm | 2.7 | |
| 4 Dec. |  Sunny | 18° /13° | 0.5 mm | 2.7 | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /14° | 1.3 mm | 2.7 | |
| 6 Dec. | Light rain shower | 18° /13° | 0.3 mm | 2.7 | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain shower | 18° /13° | 1.8 mm | 2.7 | |
| 8 Dec. | Light rain | 17° /13° | 4.3 mm | 2.7 | |
| 9 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /13° | 0.8 mm | 2.6 | |
| 10 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /12° | 0.1 mm | 2.6 | |
| 11 Dec. | Light rain shower | 17° /13° | 1.4 mm | 2.6 | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /12° | 0.3 mm | 2.6 | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /12° | 0.2 mm | 2.6 | |
| 14 Dec. |  Overcast | 18° /12° | 0 mm | 2.6 | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 19° /13° | 0 mm | 2.6 | |
| 16 Dec. | Light rain | 18° /13° | 2.8 mm | 2.6 | |
| 17 Dec. | Light rain shower | 14° /10° | 2.4 mm | 2.6 | |
| 18 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /9° | 0.6 mm | 2.6 | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 0.3 mm | 2.6 | |
| 20 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 0.1 mm | 2.6 | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain | 17° /11° | 5.6 mm | 2.6 | |
| 22 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 16° /11° | 0.5 mm | 2.6 | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 0.5 mm | 2.6 | |
| 24 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 16° /10° | 12.3 mm | 2.6 | |
| 25 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /10° | 1.6 mm | 2.6 | |
| 26 Dec. | Light rain | 16° /10° | 4.9 mm | 2.6 | |
| 27 Dec. | Light rain | 15° /10° | 8 mm | 2.6 | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain | 14° /10° | 2.6 mm | 2.6 | |
| 29 Dec. | Light rain | 14° /9° | 4.5 mm | 2.6 | |
| 30 Dec. | Light rain | 14° /10° | 2.8 mm | 2.6 | |
| 31 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 17° /10° | 0 mm | 2.6 | |
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Heraklion weather in December vs November vs January
| November | December | January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 20°/14° | 16°/11° | 15°/9° |
| Rainfall | 23 mm | 63 mm | 49 mm |
| Wind | 20.5 km/h | 20 km/h | 21.6 km/h |
| Humidity | 68% | 73% | 73% |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 11 days | 9 days |
| Dry days | 26 days | 20 days | 22 days |
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Heraklion in December - FAQ
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What to pack to Heraklion in December?
Mild · highs around 16 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Heraklion in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Heraklion, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
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