Beach Weather in Balos Lagoon, Crete, Greece

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
16°
 
Sea
18°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
21°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 20° 23° 25° 24° 22° 21°
7% 7% 14% 72% 18% 13% 10% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 22° 22° 22° 20° 19°
85% 83% 76% 78% 77% 77% 83% 11%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 21° 23° 22° 21° 18°
9% 17% 9% 7% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 17° 21° 24° 23° 21° 20°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 11% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Fri 6th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 23° 25° 24° 22° 22°
0% 0% 0% 2% 0% 3% 3% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Sat 7th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 20° 20° 23° 25° 24° 21° 18°
3% 4% 5% 6% 6% 5% 7% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Sun 8th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 21° 24° 24° 22° 18°
2% 1% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
24°
Mon 2nd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.9m
3.7s 3.8s 3.3s 4.8s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s
Tue 3rd October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
42
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
21
kmh
1.0m
1.2m
1.4m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.5m
4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 4.6s 6.4s
Wed 4th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
1.3m
0.6m
1.1m
0.9m
0.7m
0.9s 0.5s 0.1s 5.2s 5.2s 5.0s 4.9s 4.6s
Thu 5th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.3m
0.3m
4.4s 4.2s 4.0s 3.8s 3.7s 3.7s 3.1s 3.3s
Fri 6th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
3.4s 3.5s 3.5s 3.5s 3.6s 3.5s 3.6s 3.5s
Sat 7th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
2
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
3.5s 3.4s 3.3s 3.9s 3.9s 3.8s 3.8s 3.8s
Sun 8th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
2
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
3.7s 3.7s 3.6s 3.6s 3.6s 3.6s 3.8s 3.8s
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
25°
0.1mm
15kmh N
26%
Tue 3rd October
22°
0.3mm
23kmh NNE
71%
Wed 4th October
23°
0.0mm
13kmh NNE
5%
Thu 5th October
24°
0.0mm
10kmh NNE
1%
Fri 6th October
25°
0.0mm
10kmh N
1%
Sat 7th October
25°
0.0mm
12kmh NNE
5%
Sun 8th October
25°
0.0mm
11kmh NNE
0%
Mon 9th October
25°
0.0mm
12kmh NNE
6%
Tue 10th October
22°
0.3mm
12kmh SW
62%
Wed 11th October
23°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
1%
Thu 12th October
25°
0.0mm
16kmh NW
3%
Fri 13th October
26°
0.0mm
15kmh WNW
2%
Sat 14th October
28°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
4%
Sun 15th October
26°
0.0mm
27kmh W
4%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 0.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 14%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Balos Lagoon, Crete, Greece

Balos Lagoon is a stunning beach located on the northwest coast of Crete, Greece. Known for its turquoise waters and unique landscape, this remote paradise is a must-visit destination for beach enthusiasts. Accessible by car or boat, Balos Lagoon offers an unforgettable holiday experience for those looking to unwind and enjoy the beauty of the Mediterranean.

Beach Type

Balos Lagoon features a mix of soft white sand and pink sand, which is due to crushed shells. The crystal-clear shallow waters make it an ideal spot for families with young children or those who simply want to relax in the warm sea. Although there isn't a reef or rocky area directly at the main beach, there are rocks on either side of the lagoon that offer interesting snorkeling opportunities as well as a chance to discover marine life.

Beach Activities

Some of the popular activities at Balos Lagoon include:

  1. Swimming and sunbathing: The calm waters and fine sand make this an excellent spot for swimming and soaking up some sun.
  2. Snorkeling: While there isn't a reef directly at the main beach, visitors can snorkel around nearby rocks to explore marine life.
  3. Photography: The unique landscape and vibrant colors make Balos Lagoon a photographer's dream.
  4. Hiking: There's a short hike from the parking area down to Balos Lagoon that offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
  5. Boat trips: Several boat tours are available from nearby Kissamos port that take visitors to Balos Lagoon and other beaches such as Gramvousa Island.

Accommodations

There are no hotels or resorts directly at Balos Lagoon as it's a protected natural area; however, accommodations can be found in nearby towns such as Kissamos, Kaliviani, or Falassarna.

Areas to Stay In

  1. Kissamos: This coastal town is the closest to Balos Lagoon and offers a variety of accommodations, including hotels, guesthouses, and apartments. It's also the departure point for boat tours to Balos Lagoon and Gramvousa Island.
  2. Kaliviani: A small traditional village located near Kissamos, Kaliviani is an excellent choice for those looking for a more authentic Cretan experience while still being close to Balos Lagoon.
  3. Falassarna: Known for its beautiful beaches, Falassarna is another great option for those who want to explore more of Crete's stunning coastlines while visiting Balos Lagoon.

Beach Amenities

Although Balos Lagoon is relatively remote and unspoiled, it offers some basic amenities for visitors:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent
  • A small canteen selling snacks and drinks
  • Toilets and changing facilities
  • A beach bar

Keep in mind that it's essential to bring your own supplies such as water, sunscreen, and snacks if you're planning on spending the day at this remarkable beach destination.

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