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Beaches in Psara usually better when the meltemi blows
When the meltemi blows, more comfortable beaches in Psara are often bays oriented away from it. These 5 beaches sit away from it based on the geospatial exposure model — still check live conditions before you go.
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Archontiki
Sand & pebbles - Passable dirt road
A beach with a Mycenaean settlement (partly sunken) — A large sand-and-fine-pebble beach with a rocky seabed, on the west coast next to Lakka. At its north end lies a Mycenaean settlement and cemetery…
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Lazareta
Sandy - Easy road access
The island’s nicest, most family-friendly beach — Fine golden sand with relatively shallow water — often called the nicest beach on Psara and the best family option. Two smaller coves flank it, with…
- Katsouni Sandy - Moderate access
- Limnos Sandy - Easy road access
- Psili Sandy - Boat access only
Which beaches in Psara may be better when the meltemi blows?
The bays listed here are shielded from the meltemi in the exposure model, so they may be more comfortable when it blows. Local conditions still vary, so confirm wind and waves before you go.
Does this guarantee low waves?
No. Shelter shows which coasts are shielded from a wind direction, not guaranteed calm or low waves. On strong-wind days follow local flags and check live wind and waves in the app.