#83 European Rank
Prasonisi Beach
Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Shi Annan (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.71/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€43/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Rhodes, Dodecanese · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
17.4°C
Air 22°C
Feb
16.8°C
Air 23°C
Mar
16.7°C
Air 25°C
Apr
17.4°C
Air 28°C
May
19.6°C
Air 31°C
Jun
22.4°C
Air 34°C
Jul
24.8°C
Air 36°C
Peak
Aug
26.5°C
Air 36°C
Sep
25.7°C
Air 34°C
Oct
23.6°C
Air 31°C
Nov
21.1°C
Air 27°C
Dec
18.8°C
Air 24°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 31 May – 16 Nov (>21°C) · 170 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Prasonisi Beach
A wind-swept double-sided sandspit at Rhodes' southern tip, a mecca for windsurfers and kiters.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Rhodes, Dodecanese. Accessible via regional coastal roads (35.885°N, 27.769°E).
•Shallow flat water on the lee side; the windward side is for boards.
•A double-sided sandbar tethering Prasonisi islet to Rhodes' southern tip.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
RHO · 30m drive30-min drive from Rhodes Airport down the eastern coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prasonisi Beach
What is the water temperature at Prasonisi Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Prasonisi Beach averages 26.5°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Prasonisi Beach?
Prasonisi Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Rhodes, Dodecanese, Greece.
Is Prasonisi Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Prasonisi Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Prasonisi Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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