Beach Weather in Vathi Bay, Ithaca, Greece

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

Best
Best
Best
Best
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Tan
Sea
16°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
17°
 
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
23°
Swim
Sea
25°
Swim
Sea
24°
Swim
Sea
22°
Swim
Sea
19°
Swim
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17°
 

Beach Weather Today in Vathi Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 1.3mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and very strong at 44kmh from the West. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Vathi Bay faces North and sunset will be visible over the beach shoreline to the West at 05:22 PM. The skies should be fairly 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 Vathi Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.8mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 19%.

VATHI BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 17° 15° 14° 14°
82% 75% 10% 70% 87% 44% 34% 7%
1.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 15° 15° 15° 16° 17° 18° 18°
14% 13% 53% 61% 55% 82% 77% 80%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.7mm 0.6mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 13° 13° 12° 11° 11°
76% 83% 96% 57% 0% 5% 0% 0%
0.7mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 10° 10°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 12° 12° 12° 12°
4% 2% 14% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 13° 13° 12° 13° 14° 14° 15°
0% 4% 0% 0% 4% 11% 22% 61%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 13° 13° 14° 14° 14° 14°
73% 40% 7% 6% 5% 4% 4% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Thu 21st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
41
kmh
44
kmh
34
kmh
25
kmh
19
kmh
6
kmh
12
kmh
1.1m
1.5m
1.6m
1.2m
0.9m
0.7m
0.2m
0.3m
6.3s 6.3s 6.9s 7.6s 7.9s 7.7s 7.3s 6.9s
Fri 22nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
18
kmh
24
kmh
31
kmh
35
kmh
38
kmh
41
kmh
42
kmh
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
1.0m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
1.4m
6.8s 6.5s 6.1s 4.9s 5.7s 6.5s 7.3s 7.6s
Sat 23rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
31
kmh
43
kmh
47
kmh
48
kmh
51
kmh
52
kmh
40
kmh
21
kmh
1.1m
1.6m
1.9m
1.8m
2.0m
2.1m
1.8m
0.9m
7.5s 7.3s 7.0s 7.1s 7.4s 7.9s 8.1s 7.9s
Sun 24th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
1
kmh
4
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
1.4m
1.1m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
7.7s 7.2s 6.7s 6.2s 5.8s 5.6s 5.3s 5.0s
Mon 25th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
4.8s 4.6s 4.4s 4.2s 4.3s 4.3s 4.3s 4.0s
Tue 26th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.1m
3.9s 4.0s 4.2s 4.4s 4.3s 4.6s 4.7s 5.0s
Wed 27th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
0.9m
1.2m
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.3m
5.2s 5.4s 5.2s 4.9s 4.6s 4.3s 4.1s 3.9s
Thu 21st November
2:06 AM 9:07 AM 2:35 PM 9:27 PM
0.30 0.40 0.30 0.30
Fri 22nd November
3:05 AM 10:06 AM 3:53 PM 10:29 PM
0.30 0.30 0.40 0.30
Sat 23rd November
4:29 AM 11:11 AM 5:32 PM 11:40 PM
0.40 0.30 0.40 0.30
Sun 24th November
5:57 AM 12:19 PM 6:45 PM
0.40 0.30 0.40
Mon 25th November
12:50 AM 7:00 AM 1:20 PM 7:36 PM
0.30 0.40 0.30 0.30
Tue 26th November
1:51 AM 7:47 AM 2:11 PM 8:16 PM
0.30 0.30 0.40 0.30
Wed 27th November
2:39 AM 8:27 AM 2:52 PM 8:52 PM
0.30 0.30 0.40 0.30
Thu 21st November
18°
1.3mm
28kmh NW
51%
Fri 22nd November
18°
2.7mm
19kmh SSW
54%
Sat 23rd November
17°
0.8mm
46kmh NNW
39%
Sun 24th November
11°
0.0mm
7kmh E
0%
Mon 25th November
12°
0.0mm
4kmh NNW
2%
Tue 26th November
14°
0.0mm
11kmh NNW
12%
Wed 27th November
14°
0.0mm
4kmh SE
17%
Thu 28th November
14°
0.0mm
6kmh ESE
16%
Fri 29th November
14°
0.0mm
7kmh ESE
39%
Sat 30th November
13°
0.0mm
18kmh E
20%
Sun 1st December
11°
0.0mm
9kmh E
10%
Mon 2nd December
11°
0.0mm
2kmh ESE
26%
Tue 3rd December
12°
0.0mm
11kmh ESE
48%
Wed 4th December
12°
0.0mm
11kmh ESE
26%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 3 days of very light rain with an average of 1.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 26%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Vathi Bay, Ithaca, Greece

Taking a holiday at the beach in Vathi Bay, Ithaca, Greece, is an idyllic experience that blends the charm of a small Greek village with the serene beauty of the Ionian Sea. Vathi Bay, tucked away on the lush island of Ithaca, is known for its calm, crystal-clear waters and picturesque surroundings that make it an ideal destination for travelers seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

Beach Type

The beaches in Vathi Bay are mainly small pebbles and some patches of coarse sand. The pebbly nature means that the water remains exceptionally clear, making it perfect for those interested in underwater activities such as snorkeling and diving. The presence of rocks and underwater formations provide habitats for marine life, so snorkelers and divers can enjoy observing a variety of fish and sea creatures in their natural environment.

Beach Activities

  • Snorkeling: With its clear waters and marine life, snorkeling is a popular activity at Vathi Beach. The rocky seabed attracts an array of fish which can be observed even close to shore.
  • Diving: For those certified to scuba dive, exploring deeper waters around Vathi Bay can reveal more extensive marine biodiversity.
  • Swimming: The calm waters of the bay make it ideal for swimming, suitable for all ages.
  • Boating: Renting a boat or joining a boat tour can be an exciting way to explore the coastline and find secluded spots around the bay.
  • Kayaking/Canoeing: Paddling around Vathi Bay allows visitors to enjoy the scenery at a slower pace and access areas not reachable by foot.

Accommodations

There are several options for accommodations right by Vathi Bay:

  • Local Hotels: Small boutique hotels offer personalized service with traditional Greek hospitality.
  • Beachfront Villas: Renting a villa provides privacy and direct beach access for those wanting to stay right on the water's edge.

Areas to Stay In

Staying within Vathi itself is highly recommended due to its proximity to both the beachfront and local amenities such as tavernas, shops, and cafes. For quieter stays:

  • Perachori Village: Located up on the hillsides above Vathi provides stunning views over the bay.
  • The outskirts of Vathi: Offer more seclusion while still being within easy reach of Vathi's conveniences.

Beach Amenities

The beach amenities at Vathi Bay include:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas available for rent
  • Beachside tavernas offering local cuisine
  • Showers to rinse off after swimming
  • Public restrooms are usually accessible near beach areas
  • Limited water sports equipment rentals depending on seasonality

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