Beach Weather in Megali Petra Beach, Lefkada, Greece

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Beach Weather Today in Megali Petra Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° 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 will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and light at 11kmh from the South East. The light winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Megali Petra Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:05 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 Megali Petra Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 10° which is too cold 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 11%.

MEGALI PETRA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 10° 10° 11° 12° 12° 12°
4% 25% 6% 7% 9% 10% 14% 17%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 10°
44% 99% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 10°
73% 26% 10% 11% 10% 2% 0% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10°
10% 14% 9% 3% 0% 1% 2% 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 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 10°
7% 13% 8% 55% 80% 75% 70% 69%
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 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 12° 12°
35% 39% 48% 52% 58% 68% 91% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 10° 10° 11°
75% 77% 71% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.6mm 0.7mm 0.6mm 0.5mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
5.4s 5.7s 5.5s 5.2s 5.0s 5.0s 5.1s 5.0s
Fri 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
5.0s 4.8s 4.6s 5.4s 5.4s 7.5s 7.3s 5.7s
Sat 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
14
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
5.8s 5.8s 5.7s 5.6s 5.5s 5.5s 5.5s 5.6s
Sun 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
1
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
5.6s 5.6s 5.7s 9.0s 8.5s 8.2s 7.8s 7.4s
Mon 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
7.1s 6.8s 6.5s 6.3s 6.2s 6.0s 5.6s 5.5s
Tue 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
5.2s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.0s 4.9s
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.7m
0.5m
4.4s 4.2s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.1s 3.8s
Thu 6th February
4:48 AM 8:56 AM 4:00 PM
0.22 0.25 0.18
Fri 7th February
12:14 AM 7:46 AM 12:37 PM 6:16 PM
0.31 0.19 0.25 0.17
Sat 8th February
1:25 AM 8:22 AM 1:46 PM 7:28 PM
0.34 0.17 0.28 0.16
Sun 9th February
2:08 AM 8:50 AM 2:27 PM 8:13 PM
0.36 0.15 0.30 0.14
Mon 10th February
2:42 AM 9:16 AM 2:59 PM 8:48 PM
0.37 0.13 0.31 0.12
Tue 11th February
3:12 AM 9:41 AM 3:29 PM 9:18 PM
0.38 0.11 0.33 0.11
Wed 12th February
3:39 AM 10:04 AM 3:57 PM 9:46 PM
0.39 0.10 0.33 0.11
Thu 6th February
12°
0.0mm
11kmh SSE
11%
Fri 7th February
10°
0.9mm
10kmh E
92%
Sat 8th February
11°
0.0mm
10kmh ESE
17%
Sun 9th February
11°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
5%
Mon 10th February
10°
0.0mm
7kmh SE
47%
Tue 11th February
12°
0.0mm
15kmh SE
57%
Wed 12th February
10°
2.6mm
15kmh SE
90%
Thu 13th February
13°
1.3mm
18kmh SSE
96%
Fri 14th February
12°
3.7mm
12kmh ESE
92%
Sat 15th February
13°
0.4mm
6kmh S
84%
Sun 16th February
14°
0.2mm
13kmh SSE
69%
Mon 17th February
16°
0.1mm
2kmh S
44%
Tue 18th February
16°
0.0mm
2kmh WNW
1%
Wed 19th February
17°
0.0mm
3kmh NW
0%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold 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 7 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 50%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Megali Petra Beach, Lefkada, Greece

Located on the island of Lefkada in Greece, Megali Petra Beach is a stunning destination for a beach holiday. This beautiful beach offers visitors a chance to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy a wide range of activities amidst an idyllic Mediterranean setting. With its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking surroundings, Megali Petra Beach is an ideal choice for those seeking a memorable getaway.

Beach Type

Megali Petra Beach is characterized by its coarse sand and pebble shoreline. The beach's unique landscape provides an interesting contrast to the more common powdery white or yellow sand beaches found in other parts of Greece. The rocky formations and underwater reefs make it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving, as they attract various species of colorful fish and marine life.

Beach Activities

There are several popular beach activities available at Megali Petra Beach:

  1. Swimming – The crystal-clear waters of Megali Petra Beach are perfect for taking a refreshing dip. Swimmers can enjoy exploring the calm waters while admiring the beautiful coastal scenery.

  2. Snorkeling & Diving – As mentioned earlier, the rocky formations and underwater reefs provide an excellent habitat for marine life, making snorkeling and diving popular activities at this beach. Visitors can expect to see various types of fish, sea urchins, octopuses, and other interesting underwater creatures.

  3. Sunbathing & Relaxing – With its peaceful atmosphere and stunning views, Megali Petra Beach is an ideal spot for sunbathing or simply relaxing on the shore with your favorite book or music playlist.

  4. Beach Volleyball – The coarse sand at Megali Petra Beach provides a suitable surface for playing beach volleyball with friends or fellow travelers.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Megali Petra Beach itself, visitors can find several accommodation options nearby:

  1. Afroditi Pansion – Located just a short drive from the beach, this guesthouse offers comfortable rooms with stunning sea views and a lovely garden.

  2. Villa Olivastro – Situated in close proximity to the beach, Villa Olivastro provides luxurious villas with private pools, fully equipped kitchens, and spacious outdoor areas.

Areas to Stay In

When planning your stay in Lefkada, you may want to consider the following areas:

  1. Agios Nikitas – A picturesque fishing village located just a few kilometers from Megali Petra Beach. This charming area offers a variety of accommodation options and a selection of taverns, cafes, and shops.

  2. Kalamitsi – Situated on the west coast of Lefkada, Kalamitsi is another lovely village that provides easy access to Megali Petra Beach. The village is known for its traditional architecture and stunning views of the Ionian Sea.

Beach Amenities

Megali Petra Beach offers visitors several amenities to enhance their beach experience:

  • Parking area
  • Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent
  • Beach bar serving refreshments and snacks
  • Showers and changing facilities

With its unique landscape, crystal-clear waters, and wide range of activities, Megali Petra Beach is the perfect destination for a memorable beach holiday on the island of Lefkada.

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