Crete or Corfu in September?
In September, Crete and Corfu are overall neck and neck — it comes down to your priorities.
CretePhoto: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0
CorfuPhoto: "dronepicr" · CC BY 2.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Crete | Corfu |
|---|---|---|
| Day | 26 °C ★ | 26 °C |
| Night | 23 °C ★ | 21 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C ★ | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 3 rainy days ★ | 4 rainy days |
| Sun | 7 h/day ★ | 6 h/day |
Winner by travel type
Crete or Corfu in September: the short answer
In September, Crete and Corfu are essentially level on the overall climate score (both around 94/100). The decision comes down to the individual criteria below.
Across the whole year Crete averages a climate score of 74/100, Corfu 69/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
By day, Crete sits near 26 °C and Corfu near 26 °C — warmer in Crete. At night it is roughly 23 °C versus 21 °C.
On rain, Crete sees about 3 rainy days in September and Corfu about 4 — 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 — warmer for swimming at Crete. 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 57 rainy days and Corfu about 83 — the drier of the two overall is Crete. At their sunniest, Crete reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (June) and Corfu about 10 (June). 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.
City breaks: both are close.
Active & hiking: both are close.
Family: both are close.
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For September specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Crete carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Crete if its strong months and profile match your plan, Corfu if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.