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Beach Weather Today in Megali Petra Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 9%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 13kmh from the North West. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Megali Petra Beach faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 05:39 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 Megali Petra Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 6%.

MEGALI PETRA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 20° 22° 24° 21° 20°
32% 2% 2% 2% 2% 25% 3% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 20° 21° 22° 20° 20°
6% 13% 12% 8% 9% 7% 7% 8%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 19° 20° 21° 20° 19°
5% 3% 3% 3% 2% 4% 7% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 19° 20° 21° 20° 19°
8% 12% 13% 15% 11% 4% 3% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 20° 20° 20° 19°
5% 5% 4% 3% 3% 3% 4% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 17° 18° 19° 19° 19° 18°
33% 60% 13% 15% 33% 68% 83% 82%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 17° 18° 17° 15° 14°
72% 60% 81% 89% 73% 43% 18% 11%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Wed 30th October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
3
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.8m
5.2s 5.3s 5.4s 5.3s 5.3s 5.3s 5.3s 5.3s
Thu 31st October
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.3m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
0.5m
5.5s 5.6s 5.6s 5.5s 5.3s 5.3s 5.3s 3.1s
Fri 1st November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
8
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
1.0m
0.4m
5.0s 4.8s 4.7s 4.9s 4.8s 4.8s 4.8s 4.6s
Sat 2nd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
3
kmh
3
kmh
1
kmh
5
kmh
13
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.7m
0.9m
0.9m
3.1s 4.1s 4.1s 4.2s 4.2s 4.2s 4.2s 4.6s
Sun 3rd November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
14
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
5.0s 5.1s 5.1s 5.1s 5.2s 5.3s 5.5s 5.5s
Mon 4th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.2m
0.6m
0.9m
0.3m
5.3s 5.2s 5.0s 4.7s 4.5s 4.5s 4.5s 4.0s
Tue 5th November
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
2.8s 3.6s 4.0s 4.2s 4.2s 4.2s 3.9s 3.8s
Wed 30th October
3:56 AM 9:37 AM 4:07 PM 9:55 PM
0.40 0.20 0.50 0.20
Thu 31st October
4:27 AM 10:05 AM 4:36 PM 10:23 PM
0.50 0.20 0.50 0.20
Fri 1st November
4:57 AM 10:34 AM 5:04 PM 10:52 PM
0.50 0.20 0.50 0.20
Sat 2nd November
5:27 AM 11:02 AM 5:33 PM 11:21 PM
0.50 0.20 0.50 0.20
Sun 3rd November
5:58 AM 11:31 AM 6:04 PM 11:51 PM
0.50 0.20 0.50 0.20
Mon 4th November
6:31 AM 12:01 PM 6:37 PM
0.40 0.20 0.50
Tue 5th November
12:23 AM 7:08 AM 12:34 PM 7:15 PM
0.20 0.40 0.30 0.40
Wed 30th October
22°
0.0mm
1kmh SSE
9%
Thu 31st October
22°
0.0mm
5kmh S
8%
Fri 1st November
21°
0.0mm
5kmh S
4%
Sat 2nd November
21°
0.0mm
4kmh WNW
8%
Sun 3rd November
20°
0.0mm
3kmh S
4%
Mon 4th November
19°
0.2mm
8kmh SSE
48%
Tue 5th November
18°
1.1mm
14kmh ESE
55%
Wed 6th November
16°
0.0mm
23kmh ENE
2%
Thu 7th November
18°
0.0mm
5kmh ESE
1%
Fri 8th November
17°
0.0mm
8kmh S
17%
Sat 9th November
17°
0.0mm
6kmh S
35%
Sun 10th November
17°
0.0mm
4kmh S
3%
Mon 11th November
17°
0.0mm
5kmh SSW
17%
Tue 12th November
17°
0.0mm
14kmh NW
32%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Megali Petra Beach

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 22° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 0.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 17%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Megali Petra Beach, Lefkada, Greece

Located on the island of Lefkada in Greece, Megali Petra Beach is a stunning destination for a beach holiday. This beautiful beach offers visitors a chance to relax, soak up the sun, and enjoy a wide range of activities amidst an idyllic Mediterranean setting. With its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking surroundings, Megali Petra Beach is an ideal choice for those seeking a memorable getaway.

Beach Type

Megali Petra Beach is characterized by its coarse sand and pebble shoreline. The beach's unique landscape provides an interesting contrast to the more common powdery white or yellow sand beaches found in other parts of Greece. The rocky formations and underwater reefs make it an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving, as they attract various species of colorful fish and marine life.

Beach Activities

There are several popular beach activities available at Megali Petra Beach:

  1. Swimming – The crystal-clear waters of Megali Petra Beach are perfect for taking a refreshing dip. Swimmers can enjoy exploring the calm waters while admiring the beautiful coastal scenery.

  2. Snorkeling & Diving – As mentioned earlier, the rocky formations and underwater reefs provide an excellent habitat for marine life, making snorkeling and diving popular activities at this beach. Visitors can expect to see various types of fish, sea urchins, octopuses, and other interesting underwater creatures.

  3. Sunbathing & Relaxing – With its peaceful atmosphere and stunning views, Megali Petra Beach is an ideal spot for sunbathing or simply relaxing on the shore with your favorite book or music playlist.

  4. Beach Volleyball – The coarse sand at Megali Petra Beach provides a suitable surface for playing beach volleyball with friends or fellow travelers.

Accommodations

While there are no hotels or resorts directly on Megali Petra Beach itself, visitors can find several accommodation options nearby:

  1. Afroditi Pansion – Located just a short drive from the beach, this guesthouse offers comfortable rooms with stunning sea views and a lovely garden.

  2. Villa Olivastro – Situated in close proximity to the beach, Villa Olivastro provides luxurious villas with private pools, fully equipped kitchens, and spacious outdoor areas.

Areas to Stay In

When planning your stay in Lefkada, you may want to consider the following areas:

  1. Agios Nikitas – A picturesque fishing village located just a few kilometers from Megali Petra Beach. This charming area offers a variety of accommodation options and a selection of taverns, cafes, and shops.

  2. Kalamitsi – Situated on the west coast of Lefkada, Kalamitsi is another lovely village that provides easy access to Megali Petra Beach. The village is known for its traditional architecture and stunning views of the Ionian Sea.

Beach Amenities

Megali Petra Beach offers visitors several amenities to enhance their beach experience:

  • Parking area
  • Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent
  • Beach bar serving refreshments and snacks
  • Showers and changing facilities

With its unique landscape, crystal-clear waters, and wide range of activities, Megali Petra Beach is the perfect destination for a memorable beach holiday on the island of Lefkada.

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