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Beach Weather Today in Frangokastelo Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 10° which is a little too chilly 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 have 0.8mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 53%.

The winds will be side shore and light at 15kmh from the North. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Frangokastelo Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 07:49 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 Frangokastelo 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 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.2mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.4mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.0mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 78%.

FRANGOKASTELO BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 15° 16° 16° 16° 14°
83% 71% 70% 81% 83% 17% 12% 8%
0.1mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 16° 18° 18° 17° 14°
6% 5% 0% 0% 0% 0% 3% 0%
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 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 16° 19° 20° 19° 14°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 17° 17° 17° 16° 14°
0% 0% 0% 4% 80% 61% 76% 58%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 12° 10° 12° 13° 12° 12°
67% 100% 100% 100% 87% 63% 91% 76%
0.0mm 0.2mm 1.5mm 2.9mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 11° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 10°
61% 70% 100% 75% 61% 91% 80% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 10° 12° 12° 11° 11°
79% 100% 100% 97% 78% 92% 57% 58%
0.3mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 6th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
0.3m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.8m
0.7m
0.3m
4.9s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.6s 4.4s 4.3s 4.1s
Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
0.2m
0.4m
3.9s 3.5s 3.1s 3.5s 3.3s 2.4s 3.4s 4.5s
Wed 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
20
kmh
28
kmh
25
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
1.1m
1.7m
1.3m
0.7m
0.6m
4.8s 5.4s 5.8s 5.9s 4.4s 4.2s 5.3s 4.9s
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
1.0m
1.0m
0.7m
0.8m
3.8s 3.7s 3.9s 3.7s 3.3s 3.6s 3.2s 5.5s
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
45
kmh
46
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
35
kmh
0.8m
1.2m
1.5m
1.0m
0.8m
0.4m
1.0m
1.6m
5.6s 6.0s 4.7s 5.5s 6.2s 6.5s 6.1s 6.5s
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
34
kmh
29
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
1.5m
2.0m
1.7m
1.5m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
6.9s 7.1s 7.4s 7.4s 7.1s 6.5s 6.0s 5.7s
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
28
kmh
31
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
22
kmh
13
kmh
1.5m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
0.5m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
5.8s 5.6s 5.5s 5.5s 5.4s 5.6s 5.4s 5.2s
Mon 6th April
7:20 AM 2:07 PM 9:09 PM
0.09 0.20 0.09
Tue 7th April
2:13 AM 7:23 AM 2:39 PM 10:06 PM
0.15 0.09 0.19 0.10
Wed 8th April
2:24 AM 7:17 AM 3:23 PM
0.14 0.10 0.18
Thu 9th April
6:38 AM 4:49 PM
0.10 0.18
Fri 10th April
3:54 AM 7:18 PM
0.10 0.18
Sat 11th April
4:00 AM 11:02 AM 1:58 PM 8:48 PM
0.09 0.15 0.12 0.18
Sun 12th April
4:14 AM 10:43 AM 3:12 PM 9:35 PM
0.09 0.16 0.11 0.19
Mon 6th April
16°
0.8mm
19kmh NNW
53%
Tue 7th April
18°
0.0mm
5kmh NNW
1%
Wed 8th April
20°
0.0mm
17kmh W
0%
Thu 9th April
17°
0.1mm
13kmh N
34%
Fri 10th April
13°
5.2mm
48kmh N
85%
Sat 11th April
11°
0.4mm
47kmh N
75%
Sun 12th April
12°
2.0mm
47kmh N
82%
Mon 13th April
14°
0.0mm
25kmh NNE
64%
Tue 14th April
14°
0.1mm
31kmh N
60%
Wed 15th April
16°
0.0mm
3kmh N
18%
Thu 16th April
17°
0.0mm
9kmh E
28%
Fri 17th April
16°
0.0mm
12kmh NNE
43%
Sat 18th April
16°
0.0mm
19kmh N
46%
Sun 19th April
17°
0.0mm
21kmh N
30%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Frangokastelo Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.4mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 44%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Frangokastelo Beach, Crete, Greece

Taking a holiday at Frangokastelo Beach in Crete, Greece, is an experience filled with natural beauty, historical significance, and relaxation. The beach is located on the south coast of Crete and offers travelers a serene escape with its clear waters and scenic surroundings.

Beach Type

Frangokastelo Beach is known for its fine golden sand that stretches along the coastline, providing a soft and comfortable surface for sunbathing and leisurely walks. The water here is shallow with gentle waves, making it suitable for families with children. While the beach itself does not have many rocks or reefs directly off the shore for snorkeling or diving enthusiasts, there are areas nearby where one can indulge in these activities and explore marine life in more varied underwater landscapes.

Beach Activities

Due to its expansive sandy area and clear waters, Frangokastelo Beach is well-suited for a variety of activities:

  • Swimming: The shallow waters make it ideal for swimmers of all levels.
  • Sunbathing: With plenty of space and the warm Mediterranean sun, sunbathing is a popular pastime on this beach.
  • Castle Exploration: The nearby Venetian fortress (from which the beach gets its name) offers an opportunity for historic exploration.
  • Windsurfing & Kite Surfing: On days when the wind picks up, these sports are quite popular due to favorable conditions.
  • Fishing: Local fishermen often fish here; visitors can either watch or participate if equipped.

Accommodations

Frangokastelo Beach has several accommodation options ranging from beachfront hotels to more secluded resorts:

  • Flisvos Rooms: A popular choice offering simple rooms right on the beach with lovely views of the sea.
  • Orthi Ammos: Features comfortable accommodations very close to the sand dunes of Frangokastello.

Areas to Stay In

For visitors looking to stay close to Frangokastelo Beach:

  • Frangokastello Village: Staying within this small village gives you immediate access to the beach as well as local tavernas and cafes.
  • Chora Sfakion or Sfakia: For those seeking more amenities and a larger town atmosphere while still being a short drive from Frangokastelo.

Beach Amenities

Frangokastelo Beach provides several amenities that add convenience to your visit:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent
  • Showers to rinse off after swimming
  • Public restrooms
  • A few tavernas serving local Cretan cuisine right by the beach
  • Parking areas close to the beach entrance

With these amenities available, visitors can comfortably enjoy their time at Frangokastelo Beach in Crete.

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