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Crete forecast: clear skies and highs up to 33°C on Thursday, August 20

· By CreteLocals Editorial Team
Crete forecast: clear skies and highs up to 33°C on Thursday, August 20

Crete will experience generally clear skies on Thursday, August 20, according to the daily forecast published by Zarpanews. Winds will blow from northerly directions at 2 to 4 Beaufort, with temperatures ranging from 22°C to 33°C.

The mild conditions follow a stretch of warm, dry weather across the island this month. For visitors planning outdoor activities, the island’s beaches and hiking trails remain in high demand during the summer season.

Earlier in the week, forecasts pointed to a similar pattern of settled weather, as noted in the forecast for Monday, August 17, which also predicted clear skies and highs near 34°C.

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