Best Beaches in Samos — Real-Time Wind Conditions

North Aegean, Greece

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Beaches
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High Protection
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Excellent Meltemi Shield
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Sandy / Mixed

Swimming in Samos

Samos lies in the eastern Aegean, separated from Turkey by the narrow Mycale Strait. Its mountainous interior (Mount Kerkis rises to 1,434m) creates dramatic coastal scenery and effective wind shadows that shelter beaches on the south and east coasts.

With 7 beaches tracked, Samos offers exceptional variety — from the pebble coves of the south coast to longer sandy beaches in the east. The island's position outside the main Meltemi corridor means wind conditions are generally more forgiving than the Cyclades.

Swimming season runs from May to October. Samos's south-coast beaches are among the warmest in the Aegean, sheltered by mountains and warmed by the shallow waters of the strait. The island rewards swimmers with clarity that rivals the Cyclades and warmth that exceeds it.

Swimming season: May to October

Today's Top Beaches in Samos

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All 7 Beaches in Samos

Psili Ammos
high protection meltemi: excellent sandy
Southwest peninsula, completely sheltered from Meltemi. Fine sand beach.
Access: moderate 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds
Potokaki Beach
moderate protection meltemi: good sandy
South coast near airport, good wind protection. Long beach.
Access: easy 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds🚿 Showers
Tsamadou Beach
high protection meltemi: excellent pebble
North coast stunning cove with excellent shelter. Crystal waters.
Access: moderate 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds
Lemonakia Beach
high protection meltemi: excellent pebble
North coast small bay with excellent protection. Pine trees.
Access: moderate 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds
Kokkari Beach
low protection meltemi: poor pebble
North coast windsurfing spot. Very exposed, avoid for swimming in Meltemi.
Access: easy 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds🚿 Showers
Votsalakia Beach
high protection meltemi: excellent pebble
Southwest coast long beach with excellent shelter. Views to Turkey.
Access: easy 🅿️ Parking🍽️ Restaurant🛏️ Sunbeds🚿 Showers
Megalo Seitani Beach
high protection meltemi: excellent pebble
Northwest secluded beach accessible by hike. Pristine, excellent protection.
Access: difficult

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