Beach Weather in Kato Zakros Bay, Crete, Greece

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16°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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18°
 
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18°
 
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22°
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25°
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24°
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Beach Weather Today in Kato Zakros Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 25kmh from the North-Northwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Kato Zakros Bay faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:02 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 86% 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 Kato Zakros Bay

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today, Sunday will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

KATO ZAKROS BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 18° 17° 16°
55% 72% 18% 14% 11% 26% 86% 76%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 16° 17° 17° 16° 16°
70% 72% 21% 74% 76% 71% 84% 89%
0.3mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 15° 16° 16° 15°
8% 14% 84% 60% 78% 85% 31% 77%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 15° 16° 16° 16° 16°
81% 88% 6% 13% 11% 19% 15% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 17° 16° 16°
17% 86% 10% 23% 13% 18% 37% 58%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 16° 17° 17° 16° 15°
25% 22% 17% 12% 18% 12% 4% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 16° 16° 15° 15°
0% 2% 7% 10% 17% 38% 71% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 7th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
16
kmh
25
kmh
24
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.9m
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
6.3s 6.1s 8.1s 5.6s 8.1s 9.0s 8.4s 8.0s
Mon 8th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
26
kmh
34
kmh
41
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
1.2m
1.5m
1.7m
7.6s 7.4s 7.3s 7.1s 6.5s 5.5s 5.6s 8.1s
Tue 9th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
46
kmh
55
kmh
49
kmh
52
kmh
53
kmh
47
kmh
46
kmh
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
2.0m
1.9m
2.0m
2.0m
2.0m
9.7s 5.6s 9.3s 7.2s 6.7s 6.8s 6.9s 7.1s
Wed 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
51
kmh
46
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
43
kmh
2.2m
2.1m
1.9m
1.8m
1.8m
1.8m
1.8m
1.8m
8.1s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 7.8s 7.4s 7.1s 6.8s
Thu 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
47
kmh
47
kmh
48
kmh
47
kmh
44
kmh
46
kmh
44
kmh
1.8m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
1.6m
1.6m
1.0m
1.4m
6.7s 6.4s 6.1s 5.7s 5.6s 7.5s 7.3s 5.8s
Fri 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
41
kmh
39
kmh
35
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
1.0m
1.2m
1.4m
1.4m
2.0m
2.0m
2.0m
1.9m
7.6s 8.2s 7.7s 7.4s 7.2s 7.5s 7.7s 7.5s
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
45
kmh
48
kmh
56
kmh
54
kmh
54
kmh
1.8m
1.6m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
1.1m
7.3s 7.0s 9.0s 8.2s 8.0s 7.5s 7.2s 6.8s
Sun 7th December
12:13 AM 7:48 AM 1:02 PM 5:49 PM
0.22 0.08 0.14 0.09
Mon 8th December
12:55 AM 8:38 AM 2:03 PM 6:22 PM
0.21 0.08 0.14 0.10
Tue 9th December
1:41 AM 9:32 AM 3:25 PM 6:56 PM
0.20 0.08 0.14 0.10
Wed 10th December
2:29 AM 10:30 AM 5:21 PM 7:45 PM
0.19 0.08 0.14 0.11
Thu 11th December
3:21 AM 11:26 AM 7:10 PM 10:06 PM
0.18 0.09 0.15 0.12
Fri 12th December
4:20 AM 12:11 PM 7:48 PM
0.17 0.09 0.16
Sat 13th December
12:42 AM 5:33 AM 12:48 PM 8:16 PM
0.12 0.16 0.09 0.17
Sun 7th December
18°
0.2mm
13kmh NW
44%
Mon 8th December
17°
1.1mm
17kmh NNW
69%
Tue 9th December
16°
0.0mm
49kmh NNW
54%
Wed 10th December
16°
0.0mm
38kmh NW
32%
Thu 11th December
17°
0.0mm
35kmh NW
32%
Fri 12th December
17°
0.0mm
27kmh NW
13%
Sat 13th December
17°
0.0mm
47kmh NNW
27%
Sun 14th December
15°
0.0mm
42kmh NNW
23%
Mon 15th December
16°
0.0mm
26kmh NNW
5%
Tue 16th December
16°
0.0mm
10kmh SW
16%
Wed 17th December
18°
0.5mm
26kmh SSW
50%
Thu 18th December
19°
0.0mm
28kmh SSW
9%
Fri 19th December
18°
0.6mm
31kmh SW
70%
Sat 20th December
17°
0.2mm
19kmh WNW
53%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 5 days of very light rain with an average of 0.5mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 36%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Kato Zakros Bay, Crete, Greece

Kato Zakros Bay is a beautiful beach destination located on the eastern coast of Crete, Greece. This lesser known gem offers a serene and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its crystal-clear waters and stunning natural surroundings, Kato Zakros Bay is an ideal spot for beach aficionados seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Beach Type

The beach at Kato Zakros Bay is composed of coarse sand mixed with pebbles, providing a unique texture underfoot. The waters are crystal clear, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The presence of rocks and a nearby reef attract a variety of marine life, making underwater exploration even more fascinating in this area.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Kato Zakros Bay include:

  • Swimming: The clear waters are perfect for swimming and cooling off during the warm summer months.
  • Snorkeling: The rocky shoreline and nearby reef provide an interesting underwater landscape to explore with abundant marine life.
  • Diving: Kato Zakros Bay is known for its excellent diving spots where you can discover the diverse underwater world.
  • Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the surrounding area that offer breathtaking views of the bay and its natural beauty.
  • Relaxing: With its quiet atmosphere, Kato Zakros Bay is ideal for those seeking relaxation away from crowded tourist destinations.

Accommodations

While there are no large-scale resorts at Kato Zakros Bay, there are several smaller hotels and guesthouses in the area that cater to visitors. Some options include:

  • Terra Minoika Villas: A complex of traditional stone villas offering self-catering accommodations with stunning sea views.
  • Coral Rooms: A family-run guesthouse located steps away from the beachfront with comfortable rooms overlooking the bay.

Areas to Stay In

Kato Zakros itself is a small village with limited accommodation options. However, nearby areas such as Zakros and Xerokampos offer additional lodging choices. These areas provide a more authentic experience of Cretan life, with local restaurants and cafes to explore.

Beach Amenities

Kato Zakros Bay offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas: Available for rent along the beachfront.
  • Tavernas: A few traditional Greek tavernas are located near the beach, serving delicious local cuisine and fresh seafood.
  • Parking: Limited parking spaces are available near the beach area.
  • Restrooms: Public restrooms can be found in the vicinity of the beach.

Overall, Kato Zakros Bay is an idyllic beach destination for those seeking a peaceful holiday surrounded by pristine natural beauty. With its clear waters, diverse marine life, and tranquil atmosphere, it is well worth considering for your next vacation in Crete.

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