Hi, decided to have a change next year, now booked for the end of June for Corfu, just wondering what the sea temperatures are usually like at this time of year. We have been going in September for years and the sea has always been nice and warm. Thanks lorac.
Message posted by LESK on 17 November 2011 at 11:59am - IP Logged
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We were swimming in the sea here in May this year and it wasn't a problem. Depends on whether you like your water bath temperature, or not. I would classify it as a cold shower but not so you had to brace yourself.. but, then we are hardy types in our family and also swim in the UK seas which even in Mid summer are much colder than here...
Message posted by MartynG on 17 November 2011 at 1:27pm - IP Logged
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Lorac -it does depend upon which side of the Island you are on, to some extend. The east coast (which is shallower and more sheltered that the west will always be a bit warmer and usually warms up more quickly. It's usually fine by the end of May on the east coast, and really nice by the end of June.
Martyn
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I was lucky enough to be in Corfu this summer for two weeks at the beginning of May and then I was there for the whole of June. In June the sea was warm right from the beginning of the month. Mind you, I was there in early April, too, and I swam then as well!
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It is all horses for courses really. I absolutely refuse to even dip my toe into the sea until June whereas my son happily swam on Boxing Day! I like my comforts whereas my son is far more adventurous. MartynG is quite right when he says that the waters of the east coast warm up much more quickly than the west coast. Quite a lot of my friends here have been swimming in the sea until quite recently although we have had a cold snap this week so maybe that will be the swimming season over for most of us! It also will depend on the Spring warmth next year. Spring was quite late this year.
Message posted by lorac on 18 November 2011 at 12:45am - IP Logged
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We have been a couple of times at the beginning of June. Once the sea was cold in the east but warm in the north and west, other time the sea was warm everywhere. Think it depends on the currents a lot. Kalami was warm on both occasions.
To be honest I think you will be fine at the end of June
Message posted by steevw on 20 November 2011 at 9:12pm - IP Logged
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Being in the sea will be no problem - it is getting in that is more difficult. I think that the air/sea temperature difference is a big issue and that can mean that the change in body temperature in June can be less than in July, making June actually less of a shock for going in the water.
I was not the only person in the sea today ...
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Went to Glyfada and Pelekas a few days ago and there were quite a few people swimming in the sea and sunbathing on the beach! Very good for late November.
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By June sea should be around 20-22, much cooler than the 8+ in September. Fine once in but not so easy to get in. If you grin and bear it you will adjust within a few days. Watch out if there is a windy day as sea can drop a few degrees but will bouce back again pretty quick.
Message posted by Homesick on 27 November 2011 at 8:49pm - IP Logged
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Hi,
Why is he a nutter? I have known of some of the older Greeks taking a dip every day of the year. Surely the sea is much warmer this time of year than in April/May when it hasn't then warmed up with the summer sun.
Message posted by steevw on 27 November 2011 at 9:51pm - IP Logged
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The sea temperature here in sunny Broadstairs UK (yes it was sunny and unseasonably warm) was 13c and we had 2 very brave people swimming along with a 6year old! Can't wait for the warmth of the Ionian....
Message posted by windmill on 27 November 2011 at 10:21pm - IP Logged
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Replying to Homesick...Nutter...why? Probably warmer than our beach in summer. Having been in many parts of the Med when sea temps are wonderful, have always been surprised to see so few people actually in the sea. Our beach, where sea temps never get above 18C is packed in summer. I think it must be the fact that the Med sort of just "lies there" with no waves, whilst we have great surf which is what,'specially the kids" love.
Message posted by Homesick on 28 November 2011 at 10:09am - IP Logged
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The sea in Arillas and St Stefanos is warm. Yesterday I paddled and had it not been soooo choppy in St, Stef I would have gone in. As long as we don't have too much North wind it stays warm. In Acharavi people swim all year round, the coast is protected with land on both sides.
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In the first two weeks of June the average temperature is about 25˚C and it is probable that one day a week it will drop a short rain. Evenings are warmer but humidity is still high, so you should better take your jacket with you. The next two weeks it is finally summertime: temperatures are around 30˚C and evenings are warm, there always exists the possibility of rain. The sea is henceforth warm.
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I'm not the bravest when it comes to immersing myself in the sea or an unheated pool but my experience of the end of June is good. That was on the west coast at St Georges South.
Hopefully you will enjoy your dips in the sea whichever coast you plan to stay. Let us know won't you?
David
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We always go last week May begining of June and the sea has always been warm otherwise I wouldnt go in. Have fun
Message posted by janmanessi on 03 January 2012 at 10:29pm - IP Logged
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I know a lady doctor from Corfu Town who swims every single day of the year- nutter? Definitely not! Thank goodness we don't all like doing the same things but let's be tolerant of others
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Whilst out there at Christmas I went to meet a friend at Nautilus (at the end of Garitsa Bay) which has been completely refurbed and I highly recommend it for either a proper meal or just meze. There were a bunch of people aged between 25-70 (obviously a winter swimmers club) and they were all swimming, laughing and joking and actually I dont think the water was even that cold.
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Quote: Originally posted by SusieM on 04 January 2012
Whilst out there at Christmas I went to meet a friend at Nautilus (at the end of Garitsa Bay) which has been completely refurbed and I highly recommend it for either a proper meal or just meze. There were a bunch of people aged between 25-70 (obviously a winter swimmers club) and they were all swimming, laughing and joking and actually I dont think the water was even that cold.
I was in Nautilus on 27th and it was cold...to my finger tips at least. I did see all the brave souls swimming, especially the ones that were in the rougher water to the East of the breakwater. It was particularly blowey and the water was choppy to say the least.
Nautilus does look much nicer since the refurb but the service was very slow. Doesn't seem to bother the Greeks but I was in a hurry to have my slice of apple pie...mainly because it wasn't turkey
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Must try the new Nautilus- only ever went there before after funerals at the big cemetery by the airport- but also love the little taverna round then back near there- Avli!
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When I was there they couldnt serve us quick enough and we were there for the duration! I was there about two days before Xmas and the weather was okish but one of my daughters was there the day before yesterday and said it was divine especially in that glorious weather.
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