i Malia
Mália · Heraklion Regional Unit · Greece
The best months to visit are May–September.
The sea is warmest in August, at about 25°C (78°F).
Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–October.
July is the hottest month, with highs around 29°C (84°F).
February is the coldest month, with lows around 8°C (46°F).
The wettest month is December, with rain on about 13 days.
July is the sunniest month, with about 12.3 hours of sunshine a day.
in October, it is warmer than 64% of places in Greece.
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- Feels like
- 17°
- Humidity
- 75%
- Wind
- 19 km/h W
- Gusts
- 30 km/h
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Pressure
- 1018 hPa
- UV index
- 1
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:24 / 18:43
Next 48 hours
Best time to visit Malia
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (WorldClim 1970–2000, CRU 1961–1990, NOAA OISST 1991–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 14° | 14° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 27° | 29° | 28° | 26° | 22° | 18° | 15° |
| Average low | 8° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 15° | 19° | 21° | 21° | 19° | 16° | 12° | 9° |
| Sea temperature | 16° | 16° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 22° | 25° | 25° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 18° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 122 | 92 | 75 | 35 | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 18 | 66 | 77 | 110 |
| Rain days | 12 | 12 | 9 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 4.1 | 4.7 | 6 | 7.7 | 9.7 | 11.8 | 12.3 | 11.5 | 9.6 | 6.7 | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Daylight (h) | 10 | 10.9 | 11.9 | 13 | 14 | 14.5 | 14.3 | 13.5 | 12.3 | 11.2 | 10.3 | 9.8 |
| Humidity (%) | 69 | 68 | 67 | 62 | 61 | 56 | 56 | 57 | 60 | 66 | 68 | 69 |
| Wind (km/h) | 18 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 17 |
| Go score | 43 | 45 | 58 | 78 | 97 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 91 | 70 | 48 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Malia: tourist crowds by month
How busy it gets through the year — and the months with good weather and fewer visitors.
Monthly level: nights spent in tourist accommodation nationwide (Eurostat). Wikivoyage (Wikimedia Pageviews).
Malia: sea water temperature
Wave height: 2 m
Swimming seasonJune–October
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km — from Wikidata.
Malia: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR
- Languages
- Greek
- Calling code
- +30
- Meal, casual restaurant€13.00≈ $15.00
- Cappuccino€3.20≈ $3.60
- Beer (0.5 l)€4.80≈ $5.30
- Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.50≈ $1.60
- Taxi, 5 km€9.60≈ $11.00
- Public transport ticket€1.80≈ $2.00
- Mid-range hotel, per night€110≈ $125
Estimated from Greece’s consumer price level (World Bank) — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 66% of US levels.
- Oct 28Ochi Day
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 6Epiphany
43 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M6.4 (2021).
USGS
How to get to Malia
Nearest airports
- HERHeraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis AirportHeraklion26 km
- JSHSitia AirportCrete Island58 km
- CHQChania International AirportSouda122 km
- JTRSantorini International AirportSantorini Island124 km
- KSJKasos AirportKasos Island132 km
Distances
- Athens338 km 5 h 51
- Thessaloníki635 km 11 h 01 · 1 h 28
- Pátra468 km 8 h 06 · 1 h 15
- Piraeus337 km 5 h 51
- Lárisa553 km 9 h 35 · 1 h 22
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Hotels in Malia
Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.
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Wildlife around here
The most-recorded species within 25 km (GBIF), with their seasonality.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Malia?
Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Malia is May–September.
What is the weather like in Malia in October?
In October, Malia averages a high of 22°C (72°F) and a low of 16°C (60°F), with 66 mm of rain on about 5 days.
How warm is the sea in Malia?
The sea is warmest in August (about 25°C (78°F)). Swimming season: June–October.
What is the rainiest month in Malia?
December, with rain on about 13 days.
What is the nearest airport to Malia?
Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER), about 26 km away.
What power plugs are used in Greece?
Plug types C, F, 230 V.
What currency is used in Greece?
Euro (EUR).
What is the emergency number in Greece?
112.
Is Greece safe to visit?
US State Department: Exercise normal precautions. UK Foreign Office: No travel warnings.
When is Malia most crowded?
The busiest months are July–August.
When is Malia least crowded?
The quietest months are November–April.
When is the best time to visit Malia without the crowds?
May–June and September–October: good weather with fewer visitors than in peak season.
What time zone is Malia in?
Europe/Athens (UTC+3).
What is the population of Malia?
About 4,343.