Crete or Corfu in September?
On climate data, Crete comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
CretePhoto: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0
CorfuPhoto: "dronepicr" · CC BY 2.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Crete | Corfu |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 26 °C | 26 °C |
| Average daily low | 22 °C | 21 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 5 rainy days (est.) ★ | 12 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day ★ | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 68 % | 67 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Crete is drier, with about 7 fewer rainy days.
Crete or Corfu in September: the short answer
In September, Crete comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Crete 93/100 vs Corfu 82/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Crete averages a climate score of 70/100, Corfu 63/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 26 °C in Crete and 26 °C in Corfu — about the same. Average daily lows are around 22 °C versus 21 °C.
On rain, Crete sees about 5 rainy days in September and Corfu about 12 — drier in Crete. Crete gets more sunshine (7 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 25 °C at Crete and 25 °C at Corfu. Over the year, Crete is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September and October, Corfu in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Crete and August for Corfu.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Crete records roughly 91 rainy days and Corfu about 130 — the drier of the two overall is Crete. At their sunniest, Crete reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (June) and Corfu about 9 (July). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Crete is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Corfu peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the September scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Crete scores higher in September (Crete 97 vs Corfu 87).
City breaks: Crete scores higher in September (Crete 92 vs Corfu 80).
Active & hiking: Crete scores higher in September (Crete 80 vs Corfu 66).
Family: Crete scores higher in September (Crete 99 vs Corfu 88).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Crete leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Crete carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.