Pondikonisi Island

Small islet near Crete, scenic and rocky

Off Crete, Pondikonisi ("mouse island") is a tiny islet visited by boat for short stops, swimming and coastal views from nearby beaches.

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Pondikonisi at a Glance#

Address: Pondikonisi (islet), off the coast of Crete, Greece

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How to Get to Pondikonisi#

Local boat operators from nearby Cretan ports and beaches run short excursions to small islets; check schedules seasonally.

Tips for Visiting Pondikonisi#

  • Pondikonisi (the little isle) is best viewed from the coast rather than trying to land - local boats offer short excursions.
  • Combine the visit with nearby Crete coastal walks for the best perspective on the islet's silhouette.

Best Time to Visit Pondikonisi#

Summer months are the most practical for visiting or viewing small Aegean islets by boat.

Late spring-early autumn
May-September · 18-30°C
Calmer seas and boat services operating; best visual conditions for coastal views.

Weather & Climate near Pondikonisi#

Climate

Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 11°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (556 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
27°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (104 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° – 15°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
11° – 15°

Weather

84 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° – 16°

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
14° – 18°

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
17° – 22°

Weather

12 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° – 26°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° – 27°

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
23° – 27°

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
22° – 26°

Weather

13 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
19° – 23°

Weather

59 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
15° – 20°

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
13° – 17°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
4.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze