Beach Weather in Kato Zakros Bay, Crete, Greece

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16°
 
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16°
 
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16°
 
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18°
 
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18°
 
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22°
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Beach Weather Today in Kato Zakros Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 35%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and extremely strong at 53kmh from the West. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Kato Zakros Bay faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:19 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 Kato Zakros Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 0.4mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

KATO ZAKROS BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 18° 17° 16° 16° 15° 14°
2% 3% 46% 86% 79% 51% 15% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 15° 15° 15°
80% 2% 88% 4% 0% 6% 77% 15%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 15° 17° 17° 16° 16°
5% 84% 1% 33% 100% 13% 0% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 15° 16° 15° 14°
86% 87% 81% 76% 83% 27% 58% 21%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 12° 13° 14° 13° 13°
100% 74% 88% 77% 65% 84% 79% 45%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 12° 13° 13° 13° 12°
14% 14% 12% 14% 40% 64% 52% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 12° 12° 14° 14° 13° 13°
3% 3% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 8th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
31
kmh
35
kmh
32
kmh
49
kmh
39
kmh
25
kmh
53
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.2m
1.5m
0.9m
0.6m
1.1m
6.2s 5.7s 5.7s 5.8s 5.2s 7.2s 7.7s 5.6s
Fri 9th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
51
kmh
55
kmh
51
kmh
46
kmh
33
kmh
17
kmh
31
kmh
1.0m
1.6m
1.7m
1.6m
1.2m
0.7m
1.1m
1.5m
5.5s 5.3s 5.3s 10.8s 10.8s 10.6s 9.8s 7.6s
Sat 10th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
31
kmh
42
kmh
53
kmh
57
kmh
58
kmh
52
kmh
50
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
1.4m
1.2m
2.1m
2.3m
2.2m
2.3m
6.8s 7.7s 7.3s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s
Sun 11th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
51
kmh
48
kmh
53
kmh
53
kmh
44
kmh
22
kmh
36
kmh
2.3m
2.2m
2.1m
1.8m
2.2m
1.7m
1.9m
1.8m
6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 6.6s 9.0s 8.9s
Mon 12th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
20
kmh
19
kmh
30
kmh
53
kmh
50
kmh
48
kmh
43
kmh
0.7m
1.7m
1.1m
1.6m
2.2m
2.5m
2.4m
2.6m
8.1s 7.9s 9.2s 9.7s 10.6s 10.4s 10.7s 11.0s
Tue 13th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
35
kmh
31
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
2.4m
2.3m
2.1m
2.0m
2.0m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
11.1s 8.8s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.2s 7.2s 6.6s
Wed 14th January
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
1.4m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
6.5s 6.1s 6.1s 6.0s 5.6s 5.5s 5.2s 5.0s
Thu 8th January
9:07 AM 3:17 PM 8:09 PM
0.08 0.16 0.11
Fri 9th January
2:31 AM 9:37 AM 4:11 PM 9:11 PM
0.18 0.09 0.16 0.11
Sat 10th January
3:03 AM 10:08 AM 5:14 PM 11:05 PM
0.17 0.09 0.17 0.12
Sun 11th January
3:37 AM 10:46 AM 6:35 PM
0.16 0.10 0.17
Mon 12th January
2:48 AM 4:38 AM 11:36 AM 7:52 PM
0.12 0.15 0.10 0.18
Tue 13th January
4:11 AM 8:13 AM 12:40 PM 8:45 PM
0.11 0.14 0.10 0.19
Wed 14th January
4:43 AM 9:43 AM 1:44 PM 9:25 PM
0.10 0.14 0.10 0.20
Thu 8th January
18°
0.2mm
41kmh WSW
35%
Fri 9th January
15°
0.1mm
42kmh WNW
34%
Sat 10th January
17°
0.0mm
35kmh WSW
39%
Sun 11th January
16°
0.4mm
38kmh W
64%
Mon 12th January
14°
0.4mm
49kmh NW
76%
Tue 13th January
14°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
26%
Wed 14th January
14°
0.0mm
8kmh NW
0%
Thu 15th January
15°
0.0mm
3kmh SW
1%
Fri 16th January
16°
0.0mm
17kmh SSE
24%
Sat 17th January
16°
0.6mm
27kmh SSE
80%
Sun 18th January
17°
0.0mm
28kmh S
63%
Mon 19th January
17°
0.0mm
19kmh SSE
49%
Tue 20th January
17°
1.8mm
33kmh SW
75%
Wed 21st January
17°
0.0mm
20kmh SW
37%

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 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 43%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Kato Zakros Bay, Crete, Greece

Kato Zakros Bay is a beautiful beach destination located on the eastern coast of Crete, Greece. This lesser known gem offers a serene and relaxing atmosphere, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its crystal-clear waters and stunning natural surroundings, Kato Zakros Bay is an ideal spot for beach aficionados seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Beach Type

The beach at Kato Zakros Bay is composed of coarse sand mixed with pebbles, providing a unique texture underfoot. The waters are crystal clear, making it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The presence of rocks and a nearby reef attract a variety of marine life, making underwater exploration even more fascinating in this area.

Beach Activities

Popular beach activities at Kato Zakros Bay include:

  • Swimming: The clear waters are perfect for swimming and cooling off during the warm summer months.
  • Snorkeling: The rocky shoreline and nearby reef provide an interesting underwater landscape to explore with abundant marine life.
  • Diving: Kato Zakros Bay is known for its excellent diving spots where you can discover the diverse underwater world.
  • Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the surrounding area that offer breathtaking views of the bay and its natural beauty.
  • Relaxing: With its quiet atmosphere, Kato Zakros Bay is ideal for those seeking relaxation away from crowded tourist destinations.

Accommodations

While there are no large-scale resorts at Kato Zakros Bay, there are several smaller hotels and guesthouses in the area that cater to visitors. Some options include:

  • Terra Minoika Villas: A complex of traditional stone villas offering self-catering accommodations with stunning sea views.
  • Coral Rooms: A family-run guesthouse located steps away from the beachfront with comfortable rooms overlooking the bay.

Areas to Stay In

Kato Zakros itself is a small village with limited accommodation options. However, nearby areas such as Zakros and Xerokampos offer additional lodging choices. These areas provide a more authentic experience of Cretan life, with local restaurants and cafes to explore.

Beach Amenities

Kato Zakros Bay offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas: Available for rent along the beachfront.
  • Tavernas: A few traditional Greek tavernas are located near the beach, serving delicious local cuisine and fresh seafood.
  • Parking: Limited parking spaces are available near the beach area.
  • Restrooms: Public restrooms can be found in the vicinity of the beach.

Overall, Kato Zakros Bay is an idyllic beach destination for those seeking a peaceful holiday surrounded by pristine natural beauty. With its clear waters, diverse marine life, and tranquil atmosphere, it is well worth considering for your next vacation in Crete.

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