Omprogialos Beach
Protected Area
ASFENDOU - KALLIKRATIS KAI PARAKTIA ZONI
Why dive here
Omprogialos Beach is a dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
Omprogialos Beach offers an easy shore dive, ideal for a relaxed afternoon. Entry is straightforward from the small pebble beach, leading to a gentle slope where you’ll spot octopus tucked into the rocks and perhaps a curious moray eel. It’s a good spot for newer divers or those looking to test out new gear without strong currents or deep depths. Expect a pleasant, unchallenging dive.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Omprogialos Beach
Omprogialos Beach Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Omprogialos Beach, 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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