Beach Weather in Frangokastelo Beach, Crete, Greece

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16°
 
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18°
 
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22°
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Beach Weather Today in Frangokastelo Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.6mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 56%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 24kmh from the North. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Frangokastelo Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:48 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 84% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Frangokastelo Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 2 days of light rain with an average of 3.5mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 6.8mm of rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 60%.

FRANGOKASTELO BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 14° 16° 17° 20° 16° 15°
82% 73% 76% 5% 4% 50% 84% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 13° 14° 16° 16° 15° 14°
72% 55% 29% 8% 75% 70% 88% 100%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.7mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 15° 16° 16° 15° 14°
45% 81% 79% 87% 88% 84% 54% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 15° 16° 14° 12° 12°
4% 21% 70% 88% 87% 54% 70% 56%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.5mm 0.1mm 1.3mm 2.7mm 1.2mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 13° 12° 12° 12° 13° 12° 11°
100% 74% 88% 100% 100% 80% 58% 86%
0.6mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.6mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 11° 13° 13° 12° 11°
55% 59% 57% 25% 17% 3% 3% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 12° 15° 15° 14° 12°
3% 2% 1% 0% 0% 6% 30% 53%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 29th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
0.9m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
3.9s 4.0s 7.5s 8.6s 4.3s 4.4s 7.0s 3.7s
Fri 30th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
20
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
6
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.5m
11.3s 10.4s 6.5s 6.3s 10.8s 5.8s 5.4s 4.8s
Sat 31st January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
4.4s 4.5s 4.2s 4.2s 5.1s 5.6s 5.3s 3.9s
Sun 1st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
7
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
29
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
0.9m
0.4m
0.6m
1.6m
0.5m
0.5m
3.5s 7.7s 3.3s 3.2s 3.7s 4.6s 4.3s 4.8s
Mon 2nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
33
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
0.5m
1.4m
1.2m
0.7m
0.7m
1.4m
0.8m
0.8m
6.6s 11.0s 6.3s 7.0s 10.8s 10.5s 9.7s 9.6s
Tue 3rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
2
kmh
0.9m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
5.2s 9.0s 4.5s 3.9s 3.6s 7.9s 7.6s 7.3s
Wed 4th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
1
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
3.9s 4.0s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.0s 4.0s 4.0s
Thu 29th January
4:44 AM 10:21 AM 2:15 PM 9:37 PM
0.09 0.14 0.10 0.20
Fri 30th January
5:15 AM 10:50 AM 3:21 PM 10:18 PM
0.08 0.15 0.10 0.21
Sat 31st January
5:44 AM 11:16 AM 4:13 PM 10:54 PM
0.07 0.15 0.09 0.22
Sun 1st February
6:12 AM 11:43 AM 4:55 PM 11:27 PM
0.07 0.16 0.09 0.22
Mon 2nd February
6:37 AM 12:10 PM 5:34 PM 11:59 PM
0.06 0.16 0.08 0.22
Tue 3rd February
7:01 AM 12:38 PM 6:09 PM
0.06 0.16 0.08
Wed 4th February
12:29 AM 7:23 AM 1:08 PM 6:44 PM
0.21 0.07 0.17 0.09
Thu 29th January
18°
0.6mm
41kmh SSW
56%
Fri 30th January
16°
1.9mm
13kmh WSW
62%
Sat 31st January
17°
0.1mm
13kmh WSW
64%
Sun 1st February
16°
6.8mm
30kmh SSW
56%
Mon 2nd February
13°
1.9mm
14kmh NW
85%
Tue 3rd February
13°
0.0mm
7kmh NNE
27%
Wed 4th February
15°
0.0mm
3kmh ESE
11%
Thu 5th February
17°
0.0mm
19kmh S
40%
Fri 6th February
15°
4.6mm
32kmh SSW
88%
Sat 7th February
14°
3.8mm
27kmh SW
73%
Sun 8th February
14°
2.9mm
30kmh NNW
79%
Mon 9th February
15°
0.0mm
5kmh SSW
19%
Tue 10th February
18°
0.0mm
28kmh S
8%
Wed 11th February
18°
0.0mm
28kmh WNW
23%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 8 days of light rain with an average of 2.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 49%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Frangokastelo Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Frangokastelo Beach, Crete, Greece

Taking a holiday at Frangokastelo Beach in Crete, Greece, is an experience filled with natural beauty, historical significance, and relaxation. The beach is located on the south coast of Crete and offers travelers a serene escape with its clear waters and scenic surroundings.

Beach Type

Frangokastelo Beach is known for its fine golden sand that stretches along the coastline, providing a soft and comfortable surface for sunbathing and leisurely walks. The water here is shallow with gentle waves, making it suitable for families with children. While the beach itself does not have many rocks or reefs directly off the shore for snorkeling or diving enthusiasts, there are areas nearby where one can indulge in these activities and explore marine life in more varied underwater landscapes.

Beach Activities

Due to its expansive sandy area and clear waters, Frangokastelo Beach is well-suited for a variety of activities:

  • Swimming: The shallow waters make it ideal for swimmers of all levels.
  • Sunbathing: With plenty of space and the warm Mediterranean sun, sunbathing is a popular pastime on this beach.
  • Castle Exploration: The nearby Venetian fortress (from which the beach gets its name) offers an opportunity for historic exploration.
  • Windsurfing & Kite Surfing: On days when the wind picks up, these sports are quite popular due to favorable conditions.
  • Fishing: Local fishermen often fish here; visitors can either watch or participate if equipped.

Accommodations

Frangokastelo Beach has several accommodation options ranging from beachfront hotels to more secluded resorts:

  • Flisvos Rooms: A popular choice offering simple rooms right on the beach with lovely views of the sea.
  • Orthi Ammos: Features comfortable accommodations very close to the sand dunes of Frangokastello.

Areas to Stay In

For visitors looking to stay close to Frangokastelo Beach:

  • Frangokastello Village: Staying within this small village gives you immediate access to the beach as well as local tavernas and cafes.
  • Chora Sfakion or Sfakia: For those seeking more amenities and a larger town atmosphere while still being a short drive from Frangokastelo.

Beach Amenities

Frangokastelo Beach provides several amenities that add convenience to your visit:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent
  • Showers to rinse off after swimming
  • Public restrooms
  • A few tavernas serving local Cretan cuisine right by the beach
  • Parking areas close to the beach entrance

With these amenities available, visitors can comfortably enjoy their time at Frangokastelo Beach in Crete.

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