#63 European Rank
Simos Beach
Elafonisos, Peloponnese, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: DespinaCh (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.72/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.9°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 Elafonisos, Peloponnese · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
16.0°C
Air 21°C
Feb
15.3°C
Air 22°C
Mar
15.3°C
Air 24°C
Apr
16.1°C
Air 27°C
May
18.5°C
Air 30°C
Jun
22.0°C
Air 33°C
Jul
25.0°C
Air 35°C
Peak
Aug
25.9°C
Air 35°C
Sep
24.9°C
Air 33°C
Oct
22.9°C
Air 30°C
Nov
20.5°C
Air 26°C
Dec
17.9°C
Air 23°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 6 Jun – 9 Nov (>21°C) · 155 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 Simos Beach
Twin dune-backed bays of white sand and turquoise on the little island of Elafonisos.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Elafonisos, Peloponnese. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.473°N, 22.977°E).
•Warm shallow water, calm and clear.
•Cedar-dotted dunes on a tiny island off the Laconian coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Elafonisos, Peloponnese, Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Simos Beach
What is the water temperature at Simos Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Simos Beach averages 25.9°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Simos Beach?
Simos Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Elafonisos, Peloponnese, Greece.
Is Simos Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Simos Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Simos Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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