Strongyli Megistis
Island Uninhabited Greek islet near Kastellorizo island
Tiny islet near Kastellorizo (Megisti) in the southeastern Aegean, reached by boat. Visitors include day‑trippers and snorkelers who come for clear water, coastal cliffs and nearby dive spots.
Strongyli Megistis is a small rocky islet in the southeastern Aegean Sea near the island of Kastellorizo (Megisti) in Greece. It is part of the Dodecanese island group and is uninhabited.
The islet offers steep rocky shores and limited vegetation, and it is primarily of interest for natural-history observations such as seabird colonies and coastal marine life. There are no visitor facilities on the islet.
The islet has not supported permanent settlement and has historically been referenced mostly in navigational and local geographic contexts.
Strongyli lies just off the coast of Kastellorizo in the eastern Mediterranean, close to the Turkish coast and the southeastern tip of the Dodecanese island chain.
- Uninhabited islet near Kastellorizo: The islet lies immediately offshore from the larger island of Kastellorizo (Megisti) and is uninhabited, making it important for seabird nesting and coastal ecology.
How to Get to Strongyli Megistis #
Reachable only by private boat from Kastellorizo (Megisti) or nearby Greek islands; no regular ferry service. Check local permissions and conditions.
Tips for Visiting Strongyli Megistis #
- The island is small and remote; bring supplies and be aware of limited facilities.
- Check Greek naval and local island access rules if planning private boat trips; some islets have protected status.
Best Time to Visit Strongyli Megistis #
Best in summer when sea conditions are reliable and the island is accessible by private boat; facilities are minimal year-round.
Weather & Climate near Strongyli Megistis #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 7°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (837 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (184 mm).
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Almost no rain.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 4 mm.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (180 mm).
