Kato Koufonisi
Island Small Cycladic island with secluded beaches
A car‑free Cycladic islet, Kato Koufonisi draws day‑trippers for sandy coves, clear water, simple tavernas and short boat runs from Naxos or Amorgos.
Kato Koufonisi is a small island in the Lesser Cyclades group within the Cyclades archipelago of Greece. It is low-lying and largely without permanent settlement.
The island is noted for its beaches, sheltered coves and clear surrounding waters that are suitable for swimming and snorkeling; day trips by boat from nearby inhabited islands are the common way to visit. There are no tourist facilities on the island.
There is no widely cited monumental architecture or urban history associated with the islet; its use has been primarily maritime and recreational in modern times. Local administrations of the Cyclades manage maritime access and conservation matters.
Kato Koufonisi sits in the Aegean Sea among the Small Cyclades; the nearest inhabited islands are the other Koufonisia islets and larger Cyclades islands to the northwest. Access is by private boat or excursion from neighboring islands.
- Visitor logistics: No regular public transport is available to the islet; most visitors arrive by private boat or organized day trips from nearby islands. Bring water and supplies as there are no tourist facilities.
How to Get to Kato Koufonisi #
Boat services connect Kato Koufonisi with larger Cycladic islands such as Naxos and Amorgos; availability varies by season. Many visitors arrive via local ferry or private boat from nearby islands’ ports.
Tips for Visiting Kato Koufonisi #
- If landing by boat, use an experienced skipper - currents around Kato Koufonisi can be strong.
- The island has few to no facilities; pack food and water for a day trip.
- Avoid visiting during sea-surge conditions - the Aegean can change quickly even on calm mornings.
Best Time to Visit Kato Koufonisi #
Summer for beach activities; shoulder seasons for calmer crowds and pleasant temperatures.
Weather & Climate near Kato Koufonisi #
Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 10°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is warm with highs of 27°C and lows of 22°C. The driest month with just 1 mm.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 23°C. Almost no rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).
