#463 European Rank
Mikri Vigla
Naxos, Cyclades, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.42/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
23.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€43/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Moderate Surf
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces S (180°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Exercise Caution
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces S (180°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
S (180°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the S-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Mikri Vigla: Noticeable shorebreak; recommend caution for small children and non-swimmers. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. 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) · Naxos, Cyclades, Greece
Ideal Swimming
Early August
23.8°C
Air ~34°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 · 23.8°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.2°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 15.8°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 15.9°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 16.5°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.4°C | 29°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.5°C | 32°C | Refreshing |
| July | 23.1°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 23.8°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 23.2°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 21.3°C | 29°C | Refreshing |
| November | 19.0°C | 25°C | Refreshing |
| December | 17.1°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 10 Jun – 19 Oct (>21°C) · 131 days
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🏖️ Mikri Vigla (Naxos, Cyclades, Greece)
🌊 Water temperature: 23.8°C
⛱️ Beach access: 40% free public sand • Sunbeds: €35–€90
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/mikri-vigla-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: Excellent
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 & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Mikri Vigla
Meltemi wind and flat blue water on twin bays split by a granite cape make this Naxos's kite beach.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Road access south of Naxos Town (approx. 12 km) along the southwestern coast of Naxos.
•Protected Status / Environment: Natural headland dividing two distinct coastal ecosystems with cedar groves and dunes.
•Notable Feature: Dual beach divided by a rocky promontory: windward Parthena bay (renowned kitesurf/windsurf spot) and leeward Limanaki bay (calm swimming).
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
High Lido & Umbrella Density
Free Public Sand (40%)Private Concessions (60%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€35low season→€90August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Private beach clubs occupy significant prime sand. Free public sectors exist but fill quickly in peak morning hours.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Under Greek Law 5092/2024, commercial operators must maintain a 4-meter open corridor along the water line. Report violations via the MyCoast app.
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
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Naxos, Cyclades. Accessible via regional coastal roads (37.028°N, 25.371°E).
•Swim the calmer south bay; the north bay belongs to the kites.
•Twin beaches split by a rocky headland on Naxos's wild southwest coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Naxos, Cyclades, Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mikri Vigla
What is the water temperature at Mikri Vigla?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Mikri Vigla averages 23.8°C (75°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Mikri Vigla?
Mikri Vigla is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Naxos, Cyclades, Greece.
Is Mikri Vigla good for families with kids?
Yes, Mikri Vigla is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Mikri Vigla?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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