Beach Weather in Vai Beach, 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
17°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
20°
Swim
Sea
18°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23° 23° 22° 25° 26° 27° 25° 25°
0% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0% 4% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24° 24° 23° 26° 28° 28° 27° 26°
6% 11% 4% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25° 25° 25° 28° 29° 29° 28° 27°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 26° 26° 29° 29° 29° 27° 27°
0% 0% 0% 0% 1% 3% 33% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26° 25° 24° 25° 25° 25° 24° 23°
3% 2% 0% 1% 2% 2% 2% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
23°
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 23° 24° 24° 23° 23°
0% 6% 4% 0% 0% 0% 4% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 21° 21° 22° 23° 24° 23° 23°
1% 1% 2% 6% 32% 86% 57% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
25°
Thu 21st September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
35
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
28
kmh
1.0m
0.9m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s
Fri 22nd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
37
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
20
kmh
29
kmh
1.0m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 0.1s 2.9s 2.6s 2.6s
Sat 23rd September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
41
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
36
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
33
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s
Sun 24th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
31
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
20
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
0.8m
0.5m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 2.6s 3.2s 3.2s 3.4s
Mon 25th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
4.2s 4.0s 4.8s 4.7s 4.5s 4.2s 4.6s 5.1s
Tue 26th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
14
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.5m
5.2s 5.2s 5.1s 6.0s 6.1s 5.9s 5.7s 4.3s
Wed 27th September
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
17
kmh
30
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.5m
0.8m
1.0m
0.7m
4.7s 4.6s 4.1s 3.8s 3.8s 4.7s 3.9s 4.1s
Thu 21st September
5:16 AM 11:07 AM 5:33 PM 11:43 PM
0.10 0.20 0.10 0.20
Fri 22nd September
6:14 AM 12:02 PM 6:37 PM
0.10 0.30 0.10
Sat 23rd September
12:55 AM 7:30 AM 1:32 PM 8:03 PM
0.30 0.00 0.30 0.10
Sun 24th September
2:49 AM 9:02 AM 3:34 PM 9:36 PM
0.30 0.10 0.30 0.10
Mon 25th September
4:22 AM 10:24 AM 4:53 PM 10:52 PM
0.20 0.10 0.20 0.20
Tue 26th September
5:23 AM 11:26 AM 5:48 PM 11:50 PM
0.20 0.20 0.20 0.20
Wed 27th September
6:10 AM 12:16 PM 6:34 PM
0.10 0.30 0.10
Thu 21st September
27°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
1%
Fri 22nd September
28°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
2%
Sat 23rd September
29°
0.0mm
12kmh WNW
0%
Sun 24th September
29°
0.0mm
11kmh WNW
17%
Mon 25th September
26°
0.0mm
15kmh W
1%
Tue 26th September
25°
0.0mm
12kmh WSW
2%
Wed 27th September
24°
0.2mm
6kmh ESE
24%
Thu 28th September
24°
0.0mm
4kmh SE
36%
Fri 29th September
23°
0.2mm
6kmh NW
43%
Sat 30th September
24°
0.3mm
22kmh WNW
38%
Sun 1st October
23°
0.1mm
23kmh NW
41%
Mon 2nd October
24°
0.8mm
26kmh WNW
58%
Tue 3rd October
23°
0.0mm
9kmh NNW
31%
Wed 4th October
23°
0.4mm
12kmh ESE
35%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 25° which is very warm and perfect for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 24%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Vai Beach, Crete, Greece

Vai Beach, located on the eastern coast of Crete, Greece, is a beautiful and unique destination for a relaxing beach holiday. This stunning beach is surrounded by Europe's largest palm forest, creating a tropical paradise vibe that attracts visitors from around the world.

Beach Type

Vai Beach is known for its golden sand, which is soft and fine underfoot. The sand gradually transitions into pebbles near the shoreline, providing an ideal environment for marine life to thrive. This makes Vai Beach a great spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who want to explore the underwater wonders of this part of Crete. The water at Vai Beach is crystal clear and has a beautiful turquoise color, making it perfect for swimming and snorkeling.

Beach Activities

The unique surroundings of Vai Beach offer plenty of activities to keep visitors entertained during their holiday. Some popular beach activities at Vai include:

  1. Swimming: The calm and clear waters at Vai Beach make it an ideal spot for swimming.
  2. Snorkeling: With its pebble-strewn shoreline and thriving marine life, Vai Beach is a fantastic place to go snorkeling.
  3. Sunbathing: The golden sand and warm Mediterranean sun make sunbathing on Vai Beach a popular pastime.
  4. Beach volleyball: With its wide stretch of sand, playing beach volleyball with friends or family can be a fun way to spend your time at Vai.
  5. Hiking: With the palm forest in close proximity to the beach, visitors can take advantage of the various hiking trails that lead through this unique natural landscape.

Accommodations

There are no large-scale resorts or hotels directly on Vai Beach, as the area is protected due to its unique palm forest ecosystem. However, there are several smaller hotels and guesthouses in nearby towns that cater to tourists visiting this stunning beach. Some options include:

  1. Cavo Plako Villas: Located in the nearby village of Palekastro, these villas offer modern accommodations just a short drive from Vai Beach.
  2. Olive Coast Suites: Also in Palekastro, these stylish suites provide a comfortable base for exploring Vai Beach and the surrounding area.

Areas to Stay In

When planning a holiday at Vai Beach, consider staying in one of these nearby areas:

  1. Palekastro: This small village is located just a few kilometers from Vai Beach and offers several accommodation options, as well as taverns and shops for visitors to enjoy.
  2. Kouremenos: A quiet beach area near Palekastro, Kouremenos has a few accommodation options and is conveniently located between Vai Beach and the town of Sitia.

Beach Amenities

Vai Beach offers various amenities to ensure that visitors have an enjoyable and comfortable stay at the beach. These include:

  1. Sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent
  2. Showers and changing facilities
  3. A beach bar offering food and drinks
  4. Lifeguards on duty during high season
  5. Parking facilities close to the beach entrance

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