Weather for Heraklion in November is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +19°C during the day, and approximately 6 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in November around 64 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+19°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+33°C
Max.
64 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Heraklion has good weather in November.
Average temperature in Heraklion in November
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Heraklion for November based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in November is +23°C with a maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +9°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +26°C to +23°C.
Is Heraklion warm or cold in November?
Heraklion is typically mild in November.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +23°C to +19°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +18°C to +14°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how November is compared to other months in Heraklion:
Water temperature in Heraklion in November
Water in Heraklion in November is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +22°C, with an average of +20°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +19°C.
In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Heraklion are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +16°C.
Can you swim in Heraklion in November?
Water temperature (+20°C) in Heraklion in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Heraklion in November
Heraklion weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
October
November
December
Avg. temperature
+23°C
+19°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
+12°C
+7°C
+4°C
Max. temperature
+33°C
+33°C
+26°C
Rainfall
47 mm
64 mm
89 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+23°C
+20°C
+18°C
Humidity
67%
69%
70%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
12
6
4
Cloudy days
9
11
10
Rainy days
7
10
14
Snowy days
0
0
0
November weather is still as good as in October.It’s getting colder in November. From +23°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +19°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 47 mm to 64 mm.Humidity rises from 67% to 69%.Winds are stronger in comparison to October, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The days becoming less sunny, going from 12 sunny days in October to 6 in November.
Next month (December) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Heraklion in November based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Heraklion is gradually increasing during November, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Heraklion based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 33 mm, with a 27% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during November, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how November is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Heraklion wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 92 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 4 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last November in Heraklion?
This is the weather in Heraklion in November 2023:
1 November
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+26°C
2 November
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+26°C
3 November
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+26°C
4 November
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+33°C
5 November
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+25°C
6 November
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+27°C
7 November
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+25°C
8 November
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+24°C
9 November
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+24°C
10 November
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+23°C
11 November
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+28°C
12 November
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+24°C
13 November
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+26°C
14 November
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+22°C
15 November
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+24°C
16 November
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+24°C
17 November
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+23°C
18 November
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+25°C
19 November
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+16°C
20 November
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+20°C
21 November
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+22°C
22 November
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+25°C
23 November
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+21°C
24 November
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+24°C
25 November
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+23°C
26 November
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+18°C
27 November
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+17°C
28 November
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+20°C
29 November
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+22°C
30 November
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+23°C
In November 2023 Heraklion had 22 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +16°C. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Heraklion climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Heraklion in November has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+20°C) and the highest in 2023 (+23°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 234 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1122 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Heraklion in November:
Is November a good time to visit Heraklion?
November is a really good time to go to Heraklion. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Heraklion.
Can you sunbathe in Heraklion in November?
November has mild temperatures in Heraklion. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Heraklion in November?
In general, you can swim in Heraklion in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +20°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Heraklion rainy in November?
Heraklion is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Heraklion in November?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Heraklion in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Heraklion, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
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.