Tsoungria Island
Small Sporades island with pine forests and beaches
A small islet off Skiathos' archipelago, Tsoungria attracts boaters for pebble coves, calm anchoring spots and shallow snorkeling waters frequented on day trips from the mainland.
Tsoungria at a Glance#
Address: Tsoungria Islet, near Alonissos/Sporades, Thessaly, Greece
Admission: Free (small island, no formal facilities)
About Tsoungria#
Tsoungria (also spelled Tsougria) is a small Greek islet in the Northern Sporades, located a short distance off the coast of Skiathos. The island is uninhabited outside the tourist season and is characterised by pine woodland, rocky shores, and a few sandy coves.
Boats from Skiathos bring day visitors for swimming, snorkeling, and beach visits; the island’s sheltered bays provide anchorages for excursion vessels and private craft. There are no permanent urban facilities on the islet, which retains a largely natural character.
Historically the islet has been used for maritime and local coastal activities rather than settlement; today it functions primarily as a recreational destination for nearby island visitors.
Tsoungria lies just south of Skiathos in the Aegean Sea, within easy day-trip distance from Skiathos harbour.
- Access and use: A small, pine-covered islet close to Skiathos that is reached by regular day-boat excursions and private boats; popular for swimming and anchoring in sheltered coves.
How to Get to Tsoungria#
Day-boat excursions run from Alonissos (connect via Patitiri harbour). Private boat charters from nearby Sporades islands also visit Tsoungria; check local schedules and weather before booking.
Tips for Visiting Tsoungria#
- Bring snorkeling gear - the clear, shallow coves around Tsoungria are ideal for quick swims and marine spotting.
- Arrive early to claim one of the few pebbly beaches before day-trip boats appear from Skiathos.
- Respect the marine environment: the island is undeveloped and waste removal is limited.
Best Time to Visit Tsoungria#
Summer is the primary season for island visits; late spring and early autumn are quieter with good weather.
Weather & Climate near Tsoungria#
Temperate climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 7°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 7° - 12° | 8° | 57 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 8° - 12° | 8° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 10° - 15° | 12° | 51 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 12° - 18° | 15° | 32 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 17° - 23° | 20° | 25 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 22° - 28° | 25° | 15 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 24° - 29° | 27° | 10 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 24° - 30° | 27° | 12 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 20° - 26° | 23° | 20 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 17° - 22° | 19° | 54 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 12° - 17° | 15° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 9° - 13° | 11° | 71 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
