#123 European Rank
St Paul's Bay
Lindos, Rhodes, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Flingeflung (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.68/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
27.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€42/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Sheltered Cove
Calm & Glassy
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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Optimal 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 St Paul's Bay shelter the shoreline from winds coming out of W. The airflow passes over top, suppressing surf breakers.
Morning Coastal Brief for St Paul's Bay: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. 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) · Lindos, Rhodes, Greece
Warm Bathwater
Early August
27.1°C
Air ~36°C
Optimal thermal comfort; zero cold shock
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 · 27.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.6°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 16.9°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 16.8°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 17.6°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 19.8°C | 31°C | Refreshing |
| June | 22.7°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.4°C | 36°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 27.1°C | 36°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 26.2°C | 34°C | Warm Bathwater |
| October | 24.0°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 21.4°C | 27°C | Refreshing |
| December | 19.1°C | 24°C | Refreshing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 28 May – 20 Nov (>21°C) · 176 days
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🏖️ St Paul's Bay (Lindos, Rhodes, Greece)
🌊 Water temperature: 27.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 65% free public sand • Sunbeds: €15–€35
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces ESE (sheltered from WNW winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/st-paul-s-bay-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 & Setting4.5 / 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 St Paul's Bay
A near-enclosed turquoise cove beneath the ancient Lindos acropolis, where St Paul is said to have come ashore.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Short walking distance south of Lindos village or accessible by car/taxi to the bay parking area
•Protected Status / Environment: Enclosed natural rocky cove situated beneath the historic Acropolis of Lindos
•Notable Feature: Distinct heart-shaped bay viewed from above with two sheltered sandy-pebble beaches and a whitewashed chapel
Official Tourism Authorities:visitgreece.gr
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Balanced Concession Mix
Free Public Sand (65%)Private Concessions (35%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€15low season→€35August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Regulated municipal umbrellas alongside spacious free public sectors. Ample towel space available.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Under Greek Law 5092/2024, at least 50% of the shoreline must remain unleased for free public towel placement.
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
Recommended for Shingle / Pebbles
Pebbles and dark sand become scorching hot by midday and challenging under barefoot tread.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Lindos, Rhodes. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.086°N, 28.084°E).
•Sheltered, calm and clear in the near-enclosed bay.
•A near-circular cove below the Lindos acropolis where St Paul is said to have landed.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
RHO · 30m drive30-min drive from Rhodes Airport down the eastern coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions about St Paul's Bay
What is the water temperature at St Paul's Bay?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at St Paul's Bay averages 27.1°C (81°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is St Paul's Bay?
St Paul's Bay is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Lindos, Rhodes, Greece.
Is St Paul's Bay good for families with kids?
St Paul's Bay has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at St Paul's Bay?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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