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Surf foiling in Greece
1 surf foiling spots in Greece. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for surf foiling.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Greece: January, July, September (around 0.9 m, water 24°C, shorty).
- Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: July–September (around 0.7 m, water 27°C, no wetsuit).
- Top picks: Prasonisi – Rhodes.
- For beginners: Prasonisi – Rhodes.
Prasonisi – RhodesSouth Aegean, Greece · best January–FebruaryBeginner-friendly · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ RHO 65 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
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Best time to go →Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Greece
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.2 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 16°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.1 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 15°C |
| MarchMar | 0.9 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| AprilApr | 0.9 m | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| MayMay | 0.7 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| JuneJun | 0.6 m | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
| JulyJul | 0.7 m | 26°C | no wetsuit | 32°C |
| AugustAug | 0.6 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 30°C |
| SeptemberSep | 0.7 m | 27°C | no wetsuit | 29°C |
| OctoberOct | 0.6 m | 25°C | no wetsuit | 25°C |
| NovemberNov | 0.8 m | 23°C | shorty | 22°C |
| DecemberDec | 0.9 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 18°C |
Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in Greece?
Best waves in Greece: January, July, September (around 0.9 m, water 24°C, shorty). Smaller waves and the warmest water, good for beginners: July–September (around 0.7 m, water 27°C, no wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Greece?
It depends on the month: about 27°C water in August (no wetsuit) and about 18°C in March (4/3 wetsuit).
Is Greece good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Prasonisi – Rhodes.
Which airport is closest?
Rhodes International Airport "Diagoras" (RHO), 65 km from Prasonisi – Rhodes.
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