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Chania in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Chania in September and see if it is worth visiting.
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September

Weather in Chania in September 2024

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
September is an ideal time to visit Chania if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +24°C and about 23 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 21 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+16°C
Min.
+31°C
Max.
21 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Chania has great weather in September.

Average temperature in Chania in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Chania for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +17°C during the night, the temperature in September averages around +25°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +25°C.

Is Chania warm or cold in September?

Chania is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +26°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +24°C to +22°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

September is one of the warmest months in Chania, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Chania in September

Chania weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+26°C+24°C+21°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+16°C+12°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+31°C+31°C
Rainfall
4 mm21 mm78 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
60%65%71%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1013 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
292313
Cloudy days
2512
Rainy days
026
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as great as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +26°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +24°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 4 mm to 21 mm. Humidity rises from 60% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in August to 23 in September.

Next month (October) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Chania in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Chania is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Chania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 25 mm, with a 20% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during September, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Chania wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 151 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Chania?

This is the weather in Chania in September 2023:
1 September
☀️
+27°C
2 September
☀️
+27°C
3 September
☀️
+26°C
4 September
☀️
+26°C
5 September
☀️
+26°C
6 September
🌧️
+24°C
7 September
☁️
+23°C
8 September
☀️
+24°C
9 September
☀️
+25°C
10 September
☀️
+27°C
11 September
☀️
+27°C
12 September
☀️
+26°C
13 September
☀️
+24°C
14 September
☀️
+24°C
15 September
☀️
+25°C
16 September
☀️
+26°C
17 September
☀️
+26°C
18 September
☀️
+26°C
19 September
☀️
+24°C
20 September
☀️
+24°C
21 September
☀️
+24°C
22 September
☁️
+21°C
23 September
☁️
+21°C
24 September
☀️
+21°C
25 September
☀️
+22°C
26 September
☀️
+23°C
27 September
☀️
+27°C
28 September
☀️
+25°C
29 September
☀️
+25°C
30 September
☀️
+25°C
In September 2023 Chania had 26 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +25°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +21°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 8%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Chania climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Chania in September has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+26°C) and the highest in 2019 (+37°C). The driest year was 2013 with only 1 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1987 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chania in September:

Is September a good time to visit Chania?

Yes, September is a great time to go to Chania, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Chania.

Can you sunbathe in Chania in September?

September is warm in Chania. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Chania rainy in September?

Chania is usually dry in September. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Chania in September?

Yes, Chania is sunny in September. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Chania

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Chania, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.