Agios Nikolaos (Chania)

Island Coastal village in Chania, small fishing harbor

A coastal settlement near Chania in western Crete that draws day visitors for pebble beaches, seaside tavernas and short boat trips along the nearby shore.

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Agios Nikolaos (Chania)
35.3657, 24.2635

How to Get to Agios Nikolaos (Chania) #

From Chania town, drive east along the coastal roads (roughly 30-40 minutes depending on exact location) or use regional buses serving smaller Cretan villages. Parking in village centers is limited; arrive early in peak season.

Tips for Visiting Agios Nikolaos (Chania) #

  • Avoid the busiest hour around midday on the small harbor to get better photos of the cove.
  • Visit the nearby ruins and chapels on foot-short trails lead to quiet viewpoints.
  • Try local tavernas in the village for fresh fish-Chania-region seafood retains island freshness.

Best Time to Visit Agios Nikolaos (Chania) #

Late spring through early autumn for best weather and open services.

Summer
June-September · 24-30°C
Warm sea and full services in the village.
Late spring/early autumn
May, October · 18-24°C
Fewer tourists, pleasant temperatures for walking.

Weather & Climate near Agios Nikolaos (Chania) #

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (560 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (112 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

71 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

27 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 31°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
5.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° 30°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 27°

Weather

15 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
13° 19°

Weather

79 mm
Rainfall
3.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 16°

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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