Aghios Nikolaos

What’s the weather like in Aghios Nikolaos in July?

Thanks to its brilliant Mediterranean climate, the Aghios Nikolaos weather in July is hot, sunny and hardly gets any rain. People flock to this region along Crete’s glorious north coast to relax by the beach and explore the ancient remains and villages of the island. You’ll love holidaying at Aghios Nikolaos in July.

Geographical influences

Because Aghios Nikolaos is found along Crete’s northern shoreline, the weather here is slightly cooler than resorts in the south. This is because Crete’s central hills block some of the northerly winds from travelling across the island to the south. Most visitors find these conditions very refreshing in hot months like July.

Averages

The weather in Aghios Nikolaos in July is very warm, with an average daytime temperature of 29°C. On hotter days during the month, this can break 30°C but will sometimes drop to around 22°C when the sun is not quite so bright. The sunshine is a big reason why people keep coming back to Aghios Nikolaos for their summer holiday. You can expect an average of 14 hours each day and it doesn’t set until 8.35pm at the beginning of the month. Rain is very rare in July around Aghios Nikolaos, with just 1mm falling, and it’s likely you’ll see none at all during your stay. If you’re planning to spend time at Crete’s great beaches, the average water temperature is 24°C. You’ll need to use plenty of sunblock if you’re out in the sun because UV levels are very high. The wind speed is moderate at 11mph and you can expect the humidity to be around 66%.