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Mykonos vs Crete in October

Crete edges it in October. Mykonos averages 19–22°C with low–moderate crowds; Crete 18–24°C with low–moderate crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Mykonos and Crete

The verdict for October

  • WeatherCrete has the better weather7/10 vs 8/10
  • CrowdsVery similarLow–Moderate vs Low–Moderate
  • PricesVery similar€€ vs €€
  • OverallCrete comes out ahead6.5/10 vs 7/10
The Mykonos windmills above the blue Aegean Sea

Mykonos in October

End of season

Temperature
19–22°C
Crowds
Low–Moderate
Prices
€€

+Quiet and good value.

–Places start to close.

October is warm early in the month, with the season winding down and places closing.

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

Crete in October

Golden autumn

Temperature
18–24°C
Crowds
Low–Moderate
Prices
€€

+Warm days and a warm sea.

–Some resorts close late in the month.

October is warm and calm, with the sea still warm and raki season starting.

Crete in October

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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