Kardiotissa Island
Aegean islet near Crete with sparsely vegetated terrain
Kardiotissa at a Glance#
Address: Kardiotissa islet, South Aegean, Greece
How to Get to Kardiotissa#
Kardiotissa is reachable only by private boat from larger islands or mainland ports in the South Aegean. Local boat operators and charter skippers are the practical route for visiting; check seasonal weather advisories.
Tips for Visiting Kardiotissa#
- Check sailing and mooring regulations before planning a visit - many Greek islets have seasonal restrictions to protect nesting seabirds.
- Bring shade; many of these small islets have little shelter from the sun.
- If approaching by small boat, use a local skipper who knows shoals and hidden rocks.
Best Time to Visit Kardiotissa#
Summer months are generally the only practical time for small-boat visits due to calmer seas.
Late spring-early autumn
May-Sep · 20-30 °C
Best maritime conditions for boat travel and swimming.
Weather & Climate near Kardiotissa#
Climate
Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 11°C to 26°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 45
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
26°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 11° - 14° | 13° | 78 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 11° - 14° | 12° | 67 mm | - | - | 5.7 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 12° - 15° | 13° | 56 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 14° - 18° | 16° | 24 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 17° - 21° | 19° | 11 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 21° - 25° | 23° | 4 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 26° | 25° | 1 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 26° | 25° | 2 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 21° - 24° | 23° | 7 mm | - | - | 4.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 19° - 22° | 20° | 47 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 15° - 18° | 17° | 66 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 12° - 16° | 14° | 75 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |