Crete and its 300 days of sunshine ejoys one of the healthiest climates in Europe.The temperate mediterranean climate prevails in most regions of the island while in winter months there is substantial snowfall in the islands mountainous regions.
Rainfall is also substantial in western parts waning however towards the east. Northwest winds prevail whilein summer the yearly windcalled meltemi which ensures coolnessad ideal conditions for surfers.
Quite often during the suumer a hot wind coming from Africa blows. But the divine gift of the eternal sunshine allows one to start their vacation from March and end it at the end of October.
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