Can I swim at Balos right now?

The sea at Balos is currently 23.8°C — great swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Balos next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Balos to sit close to 24.4°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Balos?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Balos, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Balos?

With water currently at 23.8°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Greece

Crete · Aegean Sea

Balos

Vast turquoise Cretan lagoon.

Pleasant water with a moderate swell and a strong wind — good swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

23.8°Cwarm

Good

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

24.7°C

Wave height

1.6 m

Wind

30.7 km/h

UV index

8.6 UV index

Location

Balos on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

Rash vest or swimsuit

At 23.8°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.

Surf & watersports

Warm summer-Mediterranean range. A UV-rated rash vest adds sun protection without restricting your stroke. Children and slim swimmers may prefer a thin 1.5mm shorty for sessions over 45 minutes.

Open-water swimming

Comfortable for unlimited swim duration; rash vest cuts UV and chafing.

Recommendation tuned for Balos's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Balos today?

The sea is currently 23.8°C — good swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in Crete, Greece (Aegean Sea).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan16°C Feb15°C Mar15°C Apr17°C May20°C Jun23°CBest Jul25°CBest Aug26°CBest Sep25°CBest Oct22°CBest Nov20°C Dec17°C

15°C → 26°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: May – Jun – Jul – Aug – Sep – Oct – Nov

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	16°C	Bracing
Feb	15°C	Bracing
Mar	15°C	Bracing
Apr	17°C	Bracing
May	20°C	Pleasant
Jun	23°C	Warm
Jul	25°C	Warm
Aug ⭐	26°C	Hot
Sep	25°C	Warm
Oct	22°C	Warm
Nov	20°C	Pleasant
Dec	17°C	Bracing