Best SUP spots in Greece
The best SUP spots in Greece over the whole year.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for SUP in Greece: July–September. Then water around 26°C (no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Karpathos – Afiada, Lefkada – Vassiliki & Kos – Kefalos.
- For beginners: Lefkada – Vassiliki, Paros – New Golden Beach & Limnos – Keros.
Karpathos – AfiadaSouth Aegean · best July–September6 good monthsIntermediate and up · 26°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ AOK 1 km2
Kos – KefalosSouth Aegean · best July–September6 good monthsIntermediate and up · 26°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ KGS 11 km3
Lefkada – VassilikiIonian Islands · best July–September5 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 27°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ PVK 36 km4
Paros – New Golden BeachSouth Aegean · best July–September5 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 25°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ JMK 48 km5
Limnos – KerosNorth Aegean · best July–August4 good monthsBeginner-friendly · 26°C water in season, no wetsuit · ✈ CKZ 95 kmThe best SUP spots in Greece, ranked by water temperature through the year, warm water and the number of good months, from years of weather data. Water: average sea surface temperature.
Month by month in Greece
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 15°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 14°C |
| MarchMar | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| AprilApr | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| MayMay | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| JuneJun | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
| JulyJul | 26°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| AugustAug | 26°C | no wetsuit | 31°C |
| SeptemberSep | 26°C | no wetsuit | 28°C |
| OctoberOct | 23°C | shorty | 23°C |
| NovemberNov | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| DecemberDec | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 17°C |
Averages of the 5 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for SUP in Greece?
Best time for SUP in Greece: July–September. Then water around 26°C (no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Greece?
It depends on the month: about 26°C water in August (no wetsuit) and about 16°C in March (4/3 wetsuit).
Is Greece good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Lefkada – Vassiliki, Paros – New Golden Beach & Limnos – Keros.
Which airport is closest?
Karpathos Airport (AOK), 1 km from Karpathos – Afiada; Aktion National Airport (PVK), 36 km from Lefkada – Vassiliki; Kos International Airport "Ippokratis" (KGS), 11 km from Kos – Kefalos.