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Ideal Swimming Conditions Return to Crete's Beaches This Summer

Monday, 6 July 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Current sea water temperatures along the Cretan coast are ideal for swimming this summer. Beaches on the western side of the island, including Phalasarna, and southern coastal areas such as Kali Limenes are seeing warm Mediterranean waters, making conditions excellent for snorkeling, diving, and general swimming. Kaliviani and other coastal villages across the island are similarly benefiting from the seasonal warmth typical of July in Crete. Water temperatures in the Aegean and Libyan Sea around Crete generally peak between July and September, often reaching 24 to 27 degrees Celsius. Tourists planning beach days can expect comfortable conditions throughout the island, with calmer waters typically found on the southern coast and more wind-exposed beaches on the north and west. Visitors should check local wind forecasts before heading to open-coast beaches like Phalasarna, where strong summer winds can create choppier conditions.

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