Beach Weather in Kato Zakros Bay, Crete, Greece

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
19°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 23° 24° 24° 24° 23° 23°
84% 5% 3% 6% 8% 10% 71% 81%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 22° 23° 23° 23° 22° 22°
87% 10% 11% 8% 6% 6% 4% 4%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 23° 24° 23° 23° 22°
4% 5% 4% 4% 5% 4% 4% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 23° 23° 24° 23° 22°
4% 3% 3% 2% 1% 0% 0% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Fri 6th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 23° 24° 24° 23° 23°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 3% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Sat 7th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 24° 25° 25° 24° 23°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Sun 8th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 22° 23° 24° 24° 23° 22° 21°
3% 3% 3% 5% 8% 9% 7% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
49
kmh
55
kmh
54
kmh
51
kmh
54
kmh
57
kmh
56
kmh
54
kmh
1.5m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
1.7m
1.8m
1.8m
1.7m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
54
kmh
51
kmh
50
kmh
50
kmh
53
kmh
52
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
1.7m
1.6m
1.5m
1.6m
1.7m
1.7m
1.5m
1.4m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46
kmh
49
kmh
42
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
29
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.3m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
27
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Fri 6th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
26
kmh
32
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
35
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
0.8m
1.0m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Sat 7th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
45
kmh
48
kmh
41
kmh
36
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.2m
1.1m
0.8m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Sun 8th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
38
kmh
45
kmh
45
kmh
51
kmh
49
kmh
1.2m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
1.4m
1.4m
1.6m
1.5m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Mon 2nd October
3:29 AM 9:25 AM 3:45 PM 9:50 PM
0.30 0.10 0.30 0.10
Tue 3rd October
4:10 AM 10:03 AM 4:26 PM 10:29 PM
0.30 0.10 0.30 0.10
Wed 4th October
4:53 AM 10:43 AM 5:10 PM 11:11 PM
0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20
Thu 5th October
5:42 AM 11:29 AM 6:00 PM
0.10 0.30 0.10
Fri 6th October
12:06 AM 6:41 AM 12:35 PM 7:07 PM
0.30 0.00 0.40 0.00
Sat 7th October
1:38 AM 8:03 AM 2:44 PM 8:37 PM
0.40 0.00 0.40 0.00
Sun 8th October
3:38 AM 9:38 AM 4:21 PM 10:06 PM
0.30 0.00 0.40 0.00
Mon 2nd October
24°
0.3mm
49kmh NNW
33%
Tue 3rd October
23°
0.1mm
43kmh NW
17%
Wed 4th October
24°
0.0mm
18kmh WNW
4%
Thu 5th October
24°
0.0mm
9kmh WNW
2%
Fri 6th October
25°
0.0mm
19kmh WNW
0%
Sat 7th October
26°
0.0mm
21kmh NW
0%
Sun 8th October
24°
0.0mm
42kmh NNW
5%
Mon 9th October
19°
0.0mm
56kmh N
2%
Tue 10th October
20°
0.0mm
31kmh NNW
0%
Wed 11th October
22°
0.0mm
9kmh SSE
0%
Thu 12th October
22°
0.0mm
5kmh NE
0%
Fri 13th October
24°
0.0mm
11kmh WNW
0%
Sat 14th October
24°
0.0mm
9kmh WNW
29%
Sun 15th October
25°
0.0mm
6kmh SW
8%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 23° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 7%.

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 hidden 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 lovers 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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