Laüs Archaeological Site
Ancient Greek archaeological site on Calabria's coast
Archaeological site on Calabria's coast with Greek and Roman remains near the Tyrrhenian Sea. Visitors explore ruins, coastal views and local seafood towns.
Laüs at a Glance#
How to Get to Laüs#
Approach by car from the A2/E90 coastal road; nearest larger towns with rail connections are Crotone and Catanzaro. Local roads from the coastal highway lead to the small access tracks.
Tips for Visiting Laüs#
- Look for the Roman-era coins and amphora fragments frequently found along the shoreline - local guides often point out where fishermen have turned up finds.
- Visit the nearby Capo Colonna viewpoint for a different angle on the stretch of coast where Laüs once traded.
Best Time to Visit Laüs#
Best visited spring and autumn to avoid intense summer heat and the peak-season crowds.
Spring
April-June · 15-24°C
Mild weather and wildflowers; archaeological walking is comfortable.
Autumn
September-October · 18-26°C
Warm sea and fewer tourists; good for coastal drives and ruin visits.
Weather & Climate near Laüs#
Climate
Laüs's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (849 mm/year).
Air Quality:
AQI 44
Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 94 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
| February | Acceptable | 8° - 14° | 11° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.5 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.6h |
| March | Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 84 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 74 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 15° - 23° | 19° | 44 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.2h |
| June | Ideal | 19° - 27° | 23° | 21 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 2.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.7h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 29° | 25° | 14 mm | clear | 62% | 2.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 14.5h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 30° | 26° | 28 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 2.4 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.5h |
| September | Excellent | 19° - 27° | 23° | 61 mm | some cloud | 70% | 2.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 12° - 18° | 15° | 118 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| December | Acceptable | 9° - 15° | 12° | 109 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.3h |