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16°
 
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16°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Frangokastelo Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 18%.

The winds will be side shore and light at 11kmh from the North West. The light winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Frangokastelo Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:30 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 18%.

FRANGOKASTELO BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 13° 15° 15° 14° 12°
43% 10% 4% 2% 3% 75% 6% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 14° 16° 16° 15° 12°
7% 4% 8% 14% 20% 47% 41% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 14° 16° 16° 15° 13°
71% 29% 47% 83% 74% 82% 56% 84%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 15° 16° 15° 14° 14°
49% 35% 57% 79% 53% 60% 100% 92%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 0.5mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14° 13° 12°
91% 96% 82% 73% 92% 69% 100% 65%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 12° 12° 12° 12° 11° 11°
76% 81% 86% 100% 100% 100% 95% 87%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.7mm 2.0mm 1.7mm 0.2mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 12° 12° 13° 13° 12° 12°
95% 100% 100% 98% 96% 100% 96% 85%
0.5mm 0.9mm 1.2mm 1.1mm 0.5mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
6
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.3m
0.7m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
4.7s 4.5s 4.3s 4.4s 9.2s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s
Mon 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
4.3s 4.3s 4.3s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s
Tue 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
4.0s 4.1s 4.4s 4.8s 4.8s 4.8s 4.9s 4.9s
Wed 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
4.7s 4.6s 4.3s 4.3s 4.3s 3.6s 3.7s 3.9s
Thu 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
19
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
0.6m
0.2m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
0.2m
0.6m
0.2m
4.2s 3.9s 4.2s 4.6s 4.6s 6.0s 6.2s 6.3s
Fri 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
0.6m
1.7m
1.1m
1.4m
1.8m
2.4m
2.3m
2.1m
6.3s 6.6s 7.1s 7.3s 7.5s 7.9s 8.0s 7.7s
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
32
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
25
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
1.9m
1.7m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
7.4s 7.0s 6.9s 6.5s 6.1s 6.1s 5.7s 5.4s
Sun 15th March
4:36 AM 10:26 AM 3:23 PM 9:54 PM
0.08 0.16 0.10 0.20
Mon 16th March
4:51 AM 10:39 AM 4:01 PM 10:21 PM
0.07 0.17 0.09 0.21
Tue 17th March
5:09 AM 10:58 AM 4:38 PM 10:49 PM
0.07 0.18 0.08 0.21
Wed 18th March
5:28 AM 11:20 AM 5:15 PM 11:18 PM
0.07 0.19 0.08 0.20
Thu 19th March
5:48 AM 11:45 AM 5:52 PM 11:47 PM
0.07 0.19 0.08 0.20
Fri 20th March
6:08 AM 12:13 PM 6:30 PM
0.07 0.20 0.08
Sat 21st March
12:17 AM 6:28 AM 12:42 PM 7:10 PM
0.19 0.08 0.20 0.08
Sun 15th March
15°
0.0mm
9kmh NW
18%
Mon 16th March
16°
0.0mm
9kmh E
19%
Tue 17th March
16°
0.1mm
16kmh ENE
65%
Wed 18th March
16°
1.4mm
26kmh NE
65%
Thu 19th March
14°
0.8mm
17kmh N
83%
Fri 20th March
12°
5.0mm
13kmh NNE
90%
Sat 21st March
13°
4.8mm
33kmh ESE
96%
Sun 22nd March
14°
0.5mm
16kmh NNW
66%
Mon 23rd March
14°
0.1mm
10kmh ESE
52%
Tue 24th March
19°
4.8mm
26kmh S
49%
Wed 25th March
17°
1.6mm
27kmh SSW
78%
Thu 26th March
17°
0.0mm
13kmh W
48%
Fri 27th March
18°
0.0mm
4kmh SW
8%
Sat 28th March
19°
0.0mm
6kmh SSE
10%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Frangokastelo Beach

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 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 9 days of light rain with an average of 2.1mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 53%.

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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