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The Mykonos windmills above the blue Aegean SeaAerial view of the turquoise Balos Lagoon and beach in western Crete

Mykonos vs Crete in November

Crete edges it in November. Mykonos averages 16–19°C with low crowds; Crete 14–20°C with low crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Mykonos and Crete

The verdict for November

  • WeatherCrete has the better weather5/10 vs 6/10
  • CrowdsMykonos is quieterLow vs Low
  • PricesVery similar€ vs €
  • OverallCrete comes out ahead5.5/10 vs 6.5/10
The Mykonos windmills above the blue Aegean Sea

Mykonos in November

Closing down

Temperature
16–19°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€

+Very quiet.

–Most places close.

November is quiet, with most hotels and restaurants closed for winter.

Mykonos in November
Aerial view of the turquoise Balos Lagoon and beach in western Crete

Crete in November

Raki and rain

Temperature
14–20°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€

+Quiet and cheap.

–Resorts close.

November is quiet and mild, with village raki distilling season.

Crete in November

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.

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