#308 European Rank

Plaka Beach

Naxos, Cyclades, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Manfred Werner (Tsui) (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.55/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

23.8°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€44/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Fine White Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Naxos, Cyclades · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Ideal Swimming

Jan

16.2°C

Air 20°C

Feb

15.8°C

Air 21°C

Mar

15.9°C

Air 23°C

Apr

16.5°C

Air 26°C

May

18.4°C

Air 29°C

Jun

21.5°C

Air 32°C

Jul

23.1°C

Air 34°C

Peak

Aug

23.8°C

Air 34°C

Sep

23.2°C

Air 32°C

Oct

21.3°C

Air 29°C

Nov

19.0°C

Air 25°C

Dec

17.1°C

Air 22°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 10 Jun – 19 Oct (>21°C) · 131 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5

About Plaka Beach

A five-kilometre ribbon of white sand and shallow turquoise on Naxos's mellow coast.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Easily accessible by paved/dirt coastal road and regular public bus service from Naxos Chora.

•Protected Status / Environment: Features protected coastal sand dunes colonized by sea daffodils and endemic cedars.

•Notable Feature: Vast 4-kilometer continuous expanse of fine golden sand with crystalline turquoise waters and views across to Paros island.

Official Tourism Authorities:visitgreece.gr

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Naxos, Cyclades. Accessible via regional coastal roads (37.050°N, 25.371°E).

•Calm shallow water, superb for families and long wades.

•A long dune-backed strand on Naxos's laid-back southwest coast.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Naxos, Cyclades, Greece.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plaka Beach

What is the water temperature at Plaka Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plaka Beach averages 23.8°C (75°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Plaka Beach?

Plaka Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Naxos, Cyclades, Greece.

Is Plaka Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Plaka Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Plaka Beach?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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Boat trips & guided activities along the coast.

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Private transfers with airport meet-and-greet.

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