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Water Temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos, Greece: Current, Historical Data and Forecast

On this page, you will find comprehensive information about the sea temperature in Samos in Greece, including current readings, historical data and trends, monthly averages, as well as weather forecasts and upcoming temperature predictions. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Current Water Temperature in Samos

15.5°C

TODAY

15.0°C

YESTERDAY

15.4°C

A WEEK AGO

Analysis, Historical Data, and Forecast of Water Temperature

Today sea water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos is 15.5°C. The water is comfortable for most people, making it an ideal range for water sports enthusiasts. The temperature does not cause significant discomfort, and swimming will be pleasant for the majority. However, it's important to remember that prolonged exposure to the water can still lead to cooling, so it's essential to monitor the time spent in the water, especially for children or elderly people.

It is important to note that these swimming tips and recommendations apply only in good weather. When the air temperature is below 68°F (20°C), and sometimes even below 77°F (25°C), swimming can be unpleasant even with relatively high water temperatures.

Water Temperature Chart for Aegean Sea in Samos Over the Last 30 Days

The water temperature in Samos today is lower than both a week ago and a month ago. Today's sea temperature is generally in line with historical values for this day.

According to our forecast, the sea temperature in Samos will remain nearly unchanged in the coming days, its value will be 16.3°C.

Actual nearshore water temperatures may fluctuate by several degrees from the reported values, especially following heavy rainfall or extended periods of strong winds. Certain wind patterns can cause colder, deeper waters to rise and replace the sun-warmed surface water, leading to noticeable variations.

Our forecast is based on a proprietary mathematical model that considers real-time water temperature changes, historical trends, key weather patterns, wind strength and direction, and air temperature specific to each region. Additionally, we incorporate data from other resorts across Greece to enhance accuracy.

Water temperature data for Samos and nearby towns and resorts is gathered from various sources, including buoys and satellite sea and ocean surface maps provided by the NOAA agency. We also incorporate data from local authorities in each specific location worldwide to ensure more accurate temperature readings.

Table of Daily Sea Temperature Data

DateCurrentAverageForecast
Mar 2615.4°C15.8°C
Mar 2715.3°C15.8°C
Mar 2815.9°C16.0°C
Mar 2915.6°C16.0°C
Mar 3015.2°C16.0°C
Mar 3115.5°C15.8°C
Apr 115.0°C16.0°C
Apr 215.5°C16.3°C
Apr 316.5°C15.6°C
Apr 416.3°C15.7°C
Apr 516.5°C15.8°C
Apr 616.5°C15.9°C
Apr 716.8°C16.0°C
Apr 817.0°C16.1°C
Apr 917.0°C16.2°C
Apr 1016.8°C16.3°C
* Current - Actual water temperature value
** Average - Average water temperature on this day in recent years
*** Forecast - Our water temperature forecast

Sea Temperature in Samos Throughout the Year

Throughout the year, the sea temperature in Samos exceeds 77°F (25°C) for 0 days, exceeds 72°F (22°C) for 111 days, and exceeds 64°F (18°C) for 242 days.

Below is the annual chart of sea temperature changes in the Aegean Sea in Samos.

January

MinimumAverageMaximum
14°C17°C20°C

February

MinimumAverageMaximum
14°C16°C18°C

March

MinimumAverageMaximum
14°C16°C18°C

April

MinimumAverageMaximum
14°C16.5°C19°C

May

MinimumAverageMaximum
16°C18.5°C21°C

June

MinimumAverageMaximum
19°C21.5°C24°C

July

MinimumAverageMaximum
20°C24°C28°C

August

MinimumAverageMaximum
22°C25°C28°C

September

MinimumAverageMaximum
21°C23.5°C26°C

October

MinimumAverageMaximum
17°C21°C25°C

November

MinimumAverageMaximum
14°C18.5°C23°C

December

MinimumAverageMaximum
13°C17°C21°C

Monthly Water Temperature Histogram for Aegean Sea in Samos

You can explore detailed data on how the water temperature in Samos varies each month:

What Beaches Are There In and Around Samos?

Lemonakia

Lemonakia is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 5 km (3 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Kokkari

Kokkari is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Kokkari is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Sunrise Beach

Sunrise Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 6 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Potokaki

Potokaki is a 5-stars sandy beach, located in a 7 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Potokaki is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Potokaki

Potokaki is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 7 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. It has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag, ensuring high environmental and quality standards. There is parking. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Kokkari

Kokkari is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 7 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. There are restrooms. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Tsamadou Bay

Tsamadou Bay is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 7 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. For those who prefer clothing-optional beaches, Tsamadou Bay is a designated nudist beach. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Mare Deus Beach

Mare Deus Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 7 km (4 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Kouros Bay

Kouros Bay is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There are restrooms. There are cafés. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Pythagorio

Pythagorio is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Floka

Floka is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There are restrooms. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Paris Beach

Paris Beach is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Tsambou

Tsambou is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. For those who prefer clothing-optional beaches, Tsambou is a designated nudist beach. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Avlakia

Avlakia is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Avlakia is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Ireon Beach

Ireon Beach is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. Ireon Beach is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Ireon

Ireon is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 8 km (5 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Ireon is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Papa Beach

Papa Beach is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 9 km (6 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Papa Beach is an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts, offering good opportunities to catch local fish. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Remataki

Remataki is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 9 km (6 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Tarsanas

Tarsanas is a 4-stars sandy beach, located in a 9 km (6 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are restrooms. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Paralia Paradeisos

Paralia Paradeisos is a 3-stars sandy beach, located in a 9 km (6 miles) radius of Samos. There is parking. There are cafés. Snorkeling is possible. The calm waters make this beach ideal for swimming, providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors.

Samos Weather

APRIL 3

14°C / 17°C
scattered clouds: 25-50%

humidity: 73% | wind: 3 km/h

APRIL 4

14°C / 16°C
clear sky

humidity: 72% | wind: 1 km/h

APRIL 5

13°C / 17°C
light rain

humidity: 76% | wind: 4 km/h

APRIL 6

15°C / 15°C
light rain

humidity: 82% | wind: 5 km/h

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Sea Temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos: General Trends and Swimming Opportunities

Original name
Σάμος
The Local Time
09:17
Time Zone
UTC+3
Sunrise
06:56
Sunset
19:35
Length of the day
12 h 39 m

The North Aegean region of Greece, being a coastal area, experiences a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Its weather is characterized by abundant sunshine, a moderate amount of rainfall especially in winter months, and refreshing breezes in the summer.

Samos is located in Europe in the Northern Hemisphere at a latitude of 38 degrees, along the shores of the Aegean Sea. Samos lies within the North Aegean in Greece.

The average annual daytime air temperature in Samos is 22°C (72°F), with the average nighttime temperature being 13°C (55°F). The highest average daily temperature occurs in July, reaching 30°C (86°F), while the lowest is in February at 14°C (57°F). As for nighttime temperatures, the minimum average temperature of 6°C (44°F) is recorded in February, and the maximum is in July, reaching 21°C (70°F).

According to historical data, Samos experiences 56 rainy days per year, which accounts for 15 percent of all days in the year. On average, there are 5 rainy days each month. The wettest month is December, with 10 rainy days and 155 mm (6.1 inches) of precipitation, while the driest month is August, which typically has 0 rainy days and only 3 mm (0.1 inches) of precipitation.

The average annual water temperature in Aegean Sea in Samos is 20°C (68°F). In December, the water reaches its lowest point of the year at 13°C (55°F), while in July, it peaks at 28°C (82°F). The months suitable for comfortable beach vacations and swimming in the Aegean Sea are August, and September. During this period, the water temperature stays above 20°C (68°F) and can reach up to 28°C (82°F) on some days.

Geographical Location of Samos

Frequently Asked Questions About Samos and its Water Temperatures

What is the current sea temperature in Samos?

The water temperature today in the Aegean Sea in Samos is 60°F (15.5°C).

In which months is the water temperature in Samos comfortable for swimming?

The water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos is comfortable for swimming and beach vacations in August, and September.

What is the water temperature in Samos during the winter?

The water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos during the winter ranges from 13°C to 21°C (55°F to 70°F).

What is the water temperature in Samos during the spring?

The water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos during the spring ranges from 14°C to 21°C (57°F to 70°F).

What is the water temperature in Samos during the summer?

The water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos during the summer ranges from 19°C to 28°C (66°F to 82°F).

What is the water temperature in Samos during the fall?

The water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos during the fall ranges from 14°C to 26°C (57°F to 79°F).

Is it possible to swim in the sea in Samos year-round?

No, it is not possible to swim in the Aegean Sea in Samos year-round, the months suitable for comfortable swimming are August, and September.

Is Samos a popular tourist destination for beach vacations?

Samos a fairly popular beach destination, offering good conditions for swimming and relaxation, with a steady flow of tourists, especially during peak seasons.

What sea temperatures can I expect in Samos in the next month?

In May, the water temperature in the Aegean Sea in Samos will range between 61°F (16°C) and 70°F (21°C)