Marmari Island delivers very strong daily summer winds reaching 40 knots during June through August, though gusty and holey conditions require experience and skill management. Accessible via ferry from Athens and Rafina port, the spot attracts committed kiters seeking powerful conditions with minimal crowds. The island offers diversification through nearby lagoon kitesurfing in the Petaloi Islands and boat trips. Though summer-only and requiring some patience with wind quality, Marmari delivers the intense conditions preferred by advanced riders seeking an uncrowded Greek island experience.
Wind strength
Consistency
Wind quality
Water
Water temp
Boosting direction
Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.
| Month | Wind chance | Avg wind | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19% | 9.1 kt | 9.1 | 15.4 |
| Feb | 25% | 9 kt | 9 | 14.7 |
| Mar | 18% | 8.6 kt | 9.4 | 15 |
| Apr | 8% | 7.4 kt | 13.3 | 16.2 |
| May | 12% | 7.7 kt | 18.5 | 17.7 |
| Jun | 4% | 7.8 kt | 22.7 | 21.6 |
| Jul | 22% | 9.5 kt | 26.1 | 26 |
| Aug | 28% | 8.9 kt | 25.9 | 26.1 |
| Sep | 23% | 8.5 kt | 21.9 | 24.1 |
| Oct | 22% | 8.7 kt | 17.4 | 22.6 |
| Nov | 24% | 9.4 kt | 14.7 | 20.9 |
| Dec | 20% | 8.6 kt | 11.1 | 18.1 |
7.0/10
By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.
Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.
Getting there
Car needed
Cost of a kite day
Internet
Local infrastructure
via Windy.com
via OpenWeather