Kournonisi
Protected Area
NISIDES PAROU KAI NOTIA ANTIPAROS KAI THALASSIA PERIOCHI
Why dive here
Kournonisi is a dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
Kournonisi offers a decent dive for those exploring Crete's coast. You'll find a mix of rock formations and sandy patches, with small groups of Mediterranean fish like damselfish and wrasse darting around. It’s a straightforward site, good for a relaxed dive if you’re looking for a quieter spot away from the crowds, especially for those who appreciate calmer conditions.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kournonisi
Kournonisi Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kournonisi, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.42, 24.79) (35km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
75°F · Range: 22.3–25.7°C
Current Speed
4 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.086 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
39.3 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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