#311 European Rank
Apella Beach
Karpathos, Dodecanese, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Rosa-Maria Rinkl (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.55/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€38/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Sheltered Cove
Gentle Wave Action
Calm & Sheltered (Offshore Wind)Cove aspect: Faces ESE (110°) · Wind: W (270°)
Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat.
Significant Wave Height
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Good Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · OFFSHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces ESE (110°)
Offshore Breeze • Cliffs block the wind; water is calm and flat
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
ESE (110°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 160°
Spatial Geometry: Cliffs behind Apella Beach shelter the shoreline from winds coming out of W. The airflow passes over top, suppressing surf breakers.
Morning Coastal Brief for Apella Beach: Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Karpathos, Dodecanese, Greece
Ideal Swimming
Early August
25.1°C
Air ~35°C
Comfortable, prolonged bathing for all ages
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 25.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.9°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 16.5°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 16.4°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 17.1°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 19.2°C | 30°C | Refreshing |
| June | 22.1°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 23.9°C | 35°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 25.1°C | 35°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 24.6°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 22.9°C | 30°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 20.6°C | 26°C | Refreshing |
| December | 18.2°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 3 Jun – 10 Nov (>21°C) · 159 days
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🏖️ Apella Beach (Karpathos, Dodecanese, Greece)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces ESE (sheltered from WNW winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/apella-beach-gr/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Good
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Apella Beach
A wedge of pale sand and deep blue water beneath pine-covered cliffs, the finest beach on Karpathos.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached via a winding paved mountain road or by daily excursion boat from Pigadia (Karpathos port)
•Protected Status / Environment: Preserved mountainous cove backed by steep pine-covered slopes in central-east Karpathos
•Notable Feature: Secluded white pebble beach with vibrant turquoise waters and pine trees growing close to the shore
Official Tourism Authorities:visitgreece.gr
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Direct Sun Cutoff: ~15:30 in August
Limestone walls cast shade over the sand 2 to 4 hours before sunset. Arrive early morning for warm swimming light.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Recommended for Shingle / Pebbles
Pebbles and dark sand become scorching hot by midday and challenging under barefoot tread.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Karpathos, Dodecanese. Accessible via regional coastal roads (35.603°N, 27.159°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Apella Beach involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Crystal clear and quickly deep; superb snorkelling along the rocks.
•A pine-clad mountain amphitheatre on Karpathos's east coast, reached by winding road or excursion boat from Pigadia.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Karpathos, Dodecanese, Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Apella Beach
What is the water temperature at Apella Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Apella Beach averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Apella Beach?
Apella Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Karpathos, Dodecanese, Greece.
Is Apella Beach good for families with kids?
Apella Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Apella Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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