Beach Weather in Red Beach, Santorini, Greece

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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16°
 
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16°
 
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15°
 
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16°
 
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18°
 
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21°
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23°
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24°
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24°
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22°
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19°
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18°
 

Beach Weather Today in Red Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° 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 be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 17%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 22kmh from the West. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Red Beach faces Southwest and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 08:18 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 Red Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. 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 no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 14%.

RED BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
17% 15% 5% 7% 48% 23% 16% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
8% 8% 5% 11% 10% 10% 33% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 18th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
3% 4% 4% 8% 10% 3% 3% 5%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 19°
6% 5% 3% 3% 4% 2% 4% 5%
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 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 19°
26% 11% 76% 6% 6% 5% 4% 6%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20° 20° 20°
3% 3% 3% 3% 5% 8% 9% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20° 20°
11% 10% 83% 9% 8% 10% 9% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 16th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
6
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.0m
1.2m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
1.0s 1.0s 1.0s 5.3s 5.2s 5.1s 4.6s 4.5s
Sun 17th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
24
kmh
24
kmh
23
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
8
kmh
5
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
1.0m
1.2m
0.7m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
4.3s 3.6s 3.8s 3.9s 3.9s 6.1s 6.1s 5.9s
Mon 18th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
18
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
6.4s 6.4s 8.2s 3.4s 3.3s 7.2s 3.1s 6.9s
Tue 19th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
0.5m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
1.1m
1.1m
0.4m
0.7m
6.7s 4.6s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 4.4s 3.4s 2.9s
Wed 20th May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
1.7m
1.2m
1.8m
1.7m
1.6m
1.8m
1.4m
2.9s 5.0s 5.7s 5.7s 5.4s 5.2s 5.2s 6.3s
Thu 21st May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
8
kmh
14
kmh
19
kmh
17
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
1.1m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
6.3s 6.6s 6.3s 6.2s 6.2s 5.9s 5.7s 5.6s
Fri 22nd May
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
1.1m
1.1m
1.3m
0.8m
1.0m
1.6m
5.7s 5.5s 5.4s 5.4s 5.4s 5.0s 5.0s 5.0s
Sat 16th May
5:09 AM 11:50 AM 6:55 PM
0.08 0.22 0.08
Sun 17th May
12:17 AM 5:40 AM 12:24 PM 7:42 PM
0.16 0.09 0.22 0.07
Mon 18th May
1:00 AM 6:11 AM 1:02 PM 8:31 PM
0.15 0.09 0.22 0.08
Tue 19th May
1:49 AM 6:41 AM 1:44 PM 9:26 PM
0.15 0.09 0.21 0.08
Wed 20th May
2:51 AM 7:08 AM 2:31 PM 10:31 PM
0.14 0.10 0.20 0.08
Thu 21st May
4:27 AM 7:25 AM 3:27 PM 11:49 PM
0.14 0.10 0.19 0.08
Fri 22nd May
4:32 PM
0.19
Sat 16th May
20°
0.0mm
15kmh WSW
17%
Sun 17th May
19°
0.0mm
24kmh WNW
11%
Mon 18th May
19°
0.0mm
16kmh NNW
5%
Tue 19th May
19°
0.0mm
17kmh WNW
4%
Wed 20th May
20°
0.1mm
26kmh NW
17%
Thu 21st May
20°
0.0mm
18kmh NW
5%
Fri 22nd May
20°
0.1mm
14kmh NW
18%
Sat 23rd May
20°
0.7mm
6kmh W
40%
Sun 24th May
20°
0.0mm
18kmh W
21%
Mon 25th May
20°
0.0mm
8kmh W
16%
Tue 26th May
21°
0.0mm
4kmh S
12%
Wed 27th May
19°
0.4mm
32kmh NNW
49%
Thu 28th May
19°
0.0mm
24kmh N
8%
Fri 29th May
20°
0.0mm
18kmh NNW
14%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. 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 4 days of very light rain with an average of 0.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 17%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Red Beach, Santorini, Greece

A holiday at Red Beach in Santorini, Greece, offers an unforgettable experience with its unique landscape, crystal clear blue waters, and breathtaking views. This stunning beach is located near the ancient village of Akrotiri and is famous for its red and black volcanic sand and cliffs. It's an ideal destination for those seeking a unique beach experience amidst the natural beauty of Santorini.

Beach Type

Red Beach features coarse sand with a mix of red and black colors due to its volcanic origin. The striking contrast between the red cliffs and the deep blue waters creates a dramatic atmosphere that attracts visitors from all around the world. Snorkeling and diving are especially popular at Red Beach because of its rocky seabed, which provides an excellent habitat for various marine species. The underwater rock formations and rich marine life make it an exciting spot for exploring the wonders beneath the surface.

Beach Activities

At Red Beach, visitors can enjoy various activities that take advantage of its unique landscape:

  1. Sunbathing: The striking beauty of Red Beach makes it a perfect spot to relax on a sun lounger while taking in the surrounding views.
  2. Swimming: The clear blue waters are perfect for swimming and cooling off during hot summer days.
  3. Snorkeling & Diving: The rocky seabed is home to various marine species, making Red Beach an excellent spot for snorkeling or diving.
  4. Photography: Capture the stunning contrast between the red cliffs, black sand, and blue waters in your photos.
  5. Hiking: Explore nearby hiking trails that lead to panoramic views overlooking the beach.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly on Red Beach itself due to its protected status as part of Akrotiri's archaeological site, there are several accommodation options in nearby areas:

  1. Apanemo Hotel
  2. Cavo Bianco Resort
  3. White & Co. Exclusive Island Villas

Areas to Stay In

For those looking for accommodation close to Red Beach, consider the following areas:

  1. Akrotiri: This ancient village is the closest area to Red Beach, offering a range of accommodations, including hotels and villas.
  2. Fira: The capital of Santorini is a 20-minute drive from Red Beach and offers numerous accommodation options, shopping centers, and vibrant nightlife.
  3. Perissa & Perivolos: These popular beach destinations are located on the southeastern side of Santorini and are about a 30-minute drive from Red Beach.

Beach Amenities

Red Beach offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Sun loungers and umbrellas for rent
  • A small canteen serving snacks and refreshments
  • Public restrooms
  • Parking area near the beach access path (limited spaces)
  • Accessible via a short hiking trail from Akrotiri village (note that the path may be challenging for some visitors due to its rocky terrain)

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