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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
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16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
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24°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
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23°
Swim
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20°
Swim
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18°
 

Beach Weather Today in Vai Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 25° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

The winds will be side shore and extremely strong at 57kmh from the North-Northwest. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling fresher.

Vai Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:19 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 Vai Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 0%.

VAI BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 25° 27° 28° 28° 28° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 24° 25° 26° 27° 26° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 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°
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 24° 23° 25° 27° 27° 27° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 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 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 23° 25° 26° 26° 26° 24°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 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°
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 23° 26° 26° 26° 26° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 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°
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 26° 27° 27° 27° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 1% 2% 0% 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°
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 24° 27° 29° 29° 28° 25°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Wed 29th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
45
kmh
44
kmh
45
kmh
48
kmh
48
kmh
51
kmh
53
kmh
57
kmh
1.3m
1.5m
1.5m
1.7m
1.8m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 8.4s 7.9s
Thu 30th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
53
kmh
48
kmh
50
kmh
54
kmh
54
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
53
kmh
1.7m
1.5m
1.6m
2.2m
2.4m
1.9m
1.4m
1.7m
7.7s 6.8s 6.0s 5.6s 5.6s 5.6s 7.7s 7.7s
Fri 31st July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
57
kmh
52
kmh
45
kmh
44
kmh
49
kmh
40
kmh
34
kmh
21
kmh
2.2m
2.3m
1.7m
1.4m
1.9m
1.4m
0.5m
1.1m
7.3s 6.9s 6.7s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.2s
Sat 1st August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
22
kmh
17
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.9m
1.1m
1.1m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
5.4s 5.0s 5.0s 5.0s 5.0s 4.7s 4.1s 4.3s
Sun 2nd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
20
kmh
11
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
0.7m
1.0m
0.5m
0.5m
4.4s 4.5s 4.1s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 4.9s
Mon 3rd August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
15
kmh
20
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
5.0s 4.7s 3.8s 3.6s 3.6s 3.6s 3.6s 5.0s
Tue 4th August
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
2.8s 2.9s 3.8s 3.7s 3.6s 3.6s 3.0s 3.2s
Wed 29th July
5:00 AM 11:28 AM 6:08 PM 11:53 PM
0.11 -0.01 0.12 0.03
Thu 30th July
5:30 AM 11:55 AM 6:31 PM
0.12 -0.01 0.13
Fri 31st July
12:17 AM 6:02 AM 12:23 PM 6:55 PM
0.03 0.12 -0.01 0.13
Sat 1st August
12:44 AM 6:34 AM 12:52 PM 7:20 PM
0.03 0.13 0.00 0.13
Sun 2nd August
1:13 AM 7:09 AM 1:22 PM 7:46 PM
0.03 0.12 0.01 0.13
Mon 3rd August
1:45 AM 7:46 AM 1:51 PM 8:12 PM
0.03 0.12 0.03 0.12
Tue 4th August
2:21 AM 8:29 AM 2:20 PM 8:39 PM
0.04 0.11 0.05 0.11
Wed 29th July
28°
0.0mm
46kmh N
0%
Thu 30th July
27°
0.0mm
46kmh NW
0%
Fri 31st July
27°
0.0mm
23kmh NW
0%
Sat 1st August
26°
0.0mm
12kmh WNW
0%
Sun 2nd August
27°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
0%
Mon 3rd August
27°
0.0mm
11kmh WNW
0%
Tue 4th August
29°
0.0mm
13kmh WNW
0%
Wed 5th August
29°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
0%
Thu 6th August
31°
0.0mm
24kmh NNW
1%
Fri 7th August
31°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
0%
Sat 8th August
29°
0.0mm
8kmh W
0%
Sun 9th August
29°
0.0mm
4kmh WNW
0%
Mon 10th August
30°
0.0mm
7kmh W
0%
Tue 11th August
29°
0.0mm
11kmh WNW
0%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Vai Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 29° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be no rainy days at all. Average cloud cover will be 0%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Vai Beach, Crete, Greece

Vai Beach, located on the eastern coast of Crete, Greece, is a beautiful and unique destination for a relaxing beach holiday. This stunning beach is surrounded by Europe's largest palm forest, creating a tropical paradise vibe that attracts visitors from around the world.

Beach Type

Vai Beach is known for its golden sand, which is soft and fine underfoot. The sand gradually transitions into pebbles near the shoreline, providing an ideal environment for marine life to thrive. This makes Vai Beach a great spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who want to explore the underwater wonders of this part of Crete. The water at Vai Beach is crystal clear and has a beautiful turquoise color, making it perfect for swimming and snorkeling.

Beach Activities

The unique surroundings of Vai Beach offer plenty of activities to keep visitors entertained during their holiday. Some popular beach activities at Vai include:

  1. Swimming: The calm and clear waters at Vai Beach make it an ideal spot for swimming.
  2. Snorkeling: With its pebble-strewn shoreline and thriving marine life, Vai Beach is a fantastic place to go snorkeling.
  3. Sunbathing: The golden sand and warm Mediterranean sun make sunbathing on Vai Beach a popular pastime.
  4. Beach volleyball: With its wide stretch of sand, playing beach volleyball with friends or family can be a fun way to spend your time at Vai.
  5. Hiking: With the palm forest in close proximity to the beach, visitors can take advantage of the various hiking trails that lead through this unique natural landscape.

Accommodations

There are no large-scale resorts or hotels directly on Vai Beach, as the area is protected due to its unique palm forest ecosystem. However, there are several smaller hotels and guesthouses in nearby towns that cater to tourists visiting this stunning beach. Some options include:

  1. Cavo Plako Villas: Located in the nearby village of Palekastro, these villas offer modern accommodations just a short drive from Vai Beach.
  2. Olive Coast Suites: Also in Palekastro, these stylish suites provide a comfortable base for exploring Vai Beach and the surrounding area.

Areas to Stay In

When planning a holiday at Vai Beach, consider staying in one of these nearby areas:

  1. Palekastro: This small village is located just a few kilometers from Vai Beach and offers several accommodation options, as well as taverns and shops for visitors to enjoy.
  2. Kouremenos: A quiet beach area near Palekastro, Kouremenos has a few accommodation options and is conveniently located between Vai Beach and the town of Sitia.

Beach Amenities

Vai Beach offers various amenities to ensure that visitors have an enjoyable and comfortable stay at the beach. These include:

  1. Sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent
  2. Showers and changing facilities
  3. A beach bar offering food and drinks
  4. Lifeguards on duty during high season
  5. Parking facilities close to the beach entrance

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