Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Platanos, Greece

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Platanos...

Platanos is a coastal city in Greece. It is a relatively small coastal town close to the ocean with a population of 1764 people. The water temperature around Platanos changes dramatically year round. The temperature ranges from 15.2°C (59.3°F) in February up to 25.6°C (78.1°F) in the month of August, as shown in the graph below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 19°C (67°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Platanos is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature near Platanos?

The current water temperature in the month of December near Platanos is approximately:

Are there surf spots close by?

There are not too many surf spots in proximity to Platanos. A spot, which is not too far away, is Agrili, which is just 31.2km (24.8miles) away from Platanos. Click here to check out more information on Agrili and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Platanos are Lakouvardos, which is ca 39.9km (24.8miles) away, and alykes, located ca 46.2km (28.7miles) from Platanos.

Are there beaches near by?

No, there are not too many beaches in proximity to Platanos. The closest decent beach is Zacharo, which is only 12.8km (7.9miles) away from Platanos. Another nice beach near Platanos is Gytheio, approximately 81.7km (50.8miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Platanos?

The water temperature around Platanos is very warm, reaching up to 26°C (78°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a rashguard or 1mm top might be required for sensitive people, but most people will be ok without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving around Platanos. However, during January, February, and March, temperatures drop down to nearly 15°C (59°F). During this time, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Platanos?

Due to relatively large temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions change quite a bit depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F) during January, February, and March. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. However, the conditions typically change during July, August, and September when temperatures range from 21 to 26°C (69-78°F). Fish which like to roam around in waters of this temperature range include: Barracuda, Black Marlin, Blue Marlin, Jack Crevalle, Sailfish, and Yellowfin Tuna.

Directions to Platanos: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Interesting facts about Platanos...

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