Beach Weather in Elafonissi Beach, Crete, Greece

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17°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Elafonissi Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 17° 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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 33%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 23kmh from the South East. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Elafonissi Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:10 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 Elafonissi Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.1mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 1.0mm of rain and Sunday will have 1.1mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 93%.

ELAFONISSI BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 15° 16° 13° 11°
96% 20% 30% 39% 9% 50% 14% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 12° 16° 15° 13° 11°
12% 5% 10% 16% 71% 88% 41% 29%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 15° 13° 11°
31% 74% 78% 60% 86% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.7mm 1.4mm 2.6mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
100% 100% 100% 91% 97% 85% 75% 59%
0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
71% 87% 85% 88% 73% 75% 62% 79%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
95% 96% 93% 100% 99% 97% 95% 91%
0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
70% 74% 96% 95% 93% 99% 98% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.3mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
20
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
13
kmh
1.3m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.8m
0.8m
0.5m
1.3m
6.6s 7.4s 8.7s 8.8s 8.5s 8.1s 7.7s 7.3s
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
1.1m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
6.9s 6.6s 6.4s 6.2s 6.0s 5.9s 5.6s 5.5s
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
18
kmh
30
kmh
36
kmh
40
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.9m
1.4m
1.9m
1.8m
4.6s 5.2s 5.0s 4.9s 4.9s 4.5s 5.5s 5.7s
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
38
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
40
kmh
38
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
1.8m
2.2m
2.1m
2.0m
1.9m
1.6m
1.7m
2.1m
5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 5.7s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s
Fri 21st February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
36
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
2.0m
1.9m
1.9m
1.8m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
1.7m
7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s
Sat 22nd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
29
kmh
1.8m
1.8m
1.6m
1.6m
1.4m
1.4m
1.4m
1.3m
7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 7.2s
Sun 23rd February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
1.4m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.6m
1.6m
1.5m
7.2s 7.2s 7.2s 6.3s 6.1s 6.1s 6.1s 6.1s
Mon 17th February
7:45 AM 2:04 PM 7:54 PM
0.08 0.18 0.10
Tue 18th February
1:35 AM 7:58 AM 2:36 PM 8:34 PM
0.17 0.09 0.18 0.11
Wed 19th February
1:47 AM 8:05 AM 3:17 PM 9:42 PM
0.17 0.09 0.18 0.12
Thu 20th February
1:35 AM 8:01 AM 4:23 PM
0.16 0.10 0.17
Fri 21st February
7:33 AM 6:57 PM
0.10 0.18
Sat 22nd February
5:11 AM 8:40 PM
0.10 0.19
Sun 23rd February
4:49 AM 10:33 AM 1:51 PM 9:23 PM
0.09 0.15 0.11 0.20
Mon 17th February
15°
0.0mm
9kmh NE
33%
Tue 18th February
16°
0.1mm
7kmh NNE
34%
Wed 19th February
15°
5.2mm
13kmh ENE
78%
Thu 20th February
0.6mm
23kmh NNE
88%
Fri 21st February
0.1mm
24kmh NE
77%
Sat 22nd February
1.0mm
22kmh NE
95%
Sun 23rd February
1.1mm
25kmh NE
90%
Mon 24th February
1.5mm
22kmh NNE
74%
Tue 25th February
13°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
3%
Wed 26th February
16°
0.0mm
24kmh W
0%
Thu 27th February
17°
0.0mm
10kmh W
12%
Fri 28th February
17°
0.0mm
5kmh SSE
23%
Sat 1st March
15°
2.4mm
27kmh WSW
57%
Sun 2nd March
14°
0.2mm
31kmh W
74%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 9 days of very light rain with an average of 1.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 53%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Elafonissi Beach, Crete, Greece

Elafonissi Beach in Crete, Greece, is one of those rare places where the natural beauty can leave you truly speechless. Known for its shimmering waters and scenic views, a holiday at Elafonissi Beach promises relaxation and an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Beach Type

Elafonissi Beach is renowned for its unique and stunning pinkish-white sand, which gets its color from the thousands of broken seashells mixed with the sand. This fine sand against the backdrop of turquoise water creates a tropical paradise-like feel. The beach is mostly sandy with some areas having coarse sand and small pebbles. Although not abundant in rocks or reefs directly at the beachfront, there are spots nearby that cater to snorkelers and divers looking to explore marine life.

Beach Activities

  • Swimming: The crystal-clear shallow waters make for ideal swimming conditions, especially for families with children.
  • Snorkeling: While Elafonissi itself may not be a snorkeling hotspot due to its sandy bottom, nearby coves offer opportunities to see marine life among rocks.
  • Sunbathing: The expansive area covered with soft pinkish-white sand provides a perfect place for sunbathing.
  • Kitesurfing & Windsurfing: On windier days, these activities are popular due to favorable wind conditions.
  • Paddleboarding: Calm days are perfect for paddleboarding across the flat water surface.
  • Exploring: Walk across to the island when the tide is low to discover more secluded spots and enjoy nature.

Accommodations

Directly on Elafonissi Beach there aren't any resorts or hotels due to environmental protection laws. However, nearby areas offer various accommodation options ranging from luxury resorts to budget-friendly hotels. Some notable mentions include:

  • Elafonisi Resort by Kalomirakis Family
  • Innahorion

These accommodations provide convenient access to the beach while respecting the natural landscape.

Areas to Stay In

For those looking for places to stay when visiting Elafonissi Beach, consider:

  • Chania: A picturesque town located about 1.5 hours away by car offering a mix of history, culture, and vibrant nightlife.
  • Kissamos: Closer than Chania and more laid back; it's perfect for tourists looking for a peaceful retreat near beautiful beaches.

These areas provide different experiences - Chania is bustling with activities whereas Kissamos offers tranquility closer to Elafonissi.

Beach Amenities

Elafonissi Beach offers several amenities that include:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas (for rent)
  • Lifeguard services during peak season
  • Snack bars offering food and drinks
  • Showers and changing rooms
  • Restroom facilities
  • A small parking area

Keep in mind that during peak tourist seasons, it's best to arrive early at Elafonissi Beach as amenities such as sunbeds can be quickly occupied.

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