All About Crete Weather. Weather in Zaros. This detailed 10 Day Weather Forecast in Crete for Zaros,  Heraklion  Prefecture is prepared for the local ex-pat residents and holidaymakers. Zaros (Greek: Ζαρός) sits high upon a south facing slope on Mount Psiloritis nextx to a small expanse of water - Lake Votomos where Trout and Salmon are fish farmed. Trout has become a local delicacy. Zaros is known also for its bottled spring water which is found all over the island of Crete. Holiday Weather Tip: With abundant rainfall and melting snows, Zaros has verdant vegetation. If you like walking, this is the place to do it. The air is clear and Zaros is the centre of a series of hiking trails. The main long distance trail is designated as the E4 European Walking Path by the European Ramblers Association. (www.era-ewv-ferp.com/)