#40 European Rank
Tsigrado Beach
Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: dronepicr (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.74/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€30/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Deep Water
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Cyclades (Milos Island) · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
15.8°C
Air 16°C
Feb
15.1°C
Air 17°C
Mar
15.4°C
Air 19°C
Apr
16.8°C
Air 22°C
May
19.4°C
Air 25°C
Jun
22.8°C
Air 28°C
Jul
24.6°C
Air 30°C
Peak
Aug
25.1°C
Air 30°C
Sep
23.9°C
Air 28°C
Oct
21.4°C
Air 25°C
Nov
18.8°C
Air 21°C
Dec
16.8°C
Air 18°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 30 May – 20 Oct (>21°C) · 143 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.9 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.1 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.8 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5
About Tsigrado Beach
An adventurous white sand cove sheltered inside a volcanic cliff amphitheater on Milos, accessed by descending a famous wooden ladder and rope through a rock crevice.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Drive 11 km south from Adamas port to the Tsigrado cliff car park.
•The descent through a sandy rock crevice with a rope and wooden ladder is an exhilarating adventure
•Swim through the sea cave archway on the right to discover hidden crystal-clear snorkel chambers
•Bring all water and food; neighboring Firiplaka beach has a beach bar 5 minutes away
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tsigrado Beach
What is the water temperature at Tsigrado Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Tsigrado Beach averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Tsigrado Beach?
Tsigrado Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Cyclades (Milos Island), Greece.
Is Tsigrado Beach good for families with kids?
Tsigrado Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Tsigrado Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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