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Current Local Time in Elafonissi Beach

Current local time and time zone in Elafonissi Beach, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☁️ 68°F now🕔 5:29 AM local📅 Best: May, June, July, August, September and October

Current local time in Elafonissi Beach

5:29 AM
Friday, October 2, 2026
Time zoneEurope/Athens
UTC offsetUTC+03:00
UTC now2:29 AM
Sunrise7:20 AM
Sunset7:09 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise7:20 AM
Sunset7:09 PM
Daylight11h 49m
Solar noon1:14 PM
Golden hour (am)7:20 AM - 8:20 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:09 PM - 7:09 PM
Blue hour (am)6:50 AM - 7:20 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:09 PM - 7:39 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 69%
Moonrise11:05 PM
Moonset1:55 PM

Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.

Quick facts about Elafonissi Beach

TypeBeach
IslandCrete
CountryGreece
ContinentEurope
Coordinates35°16′18.1″N 23°32′22.9″E (35.2717, 23.5397)
Known forpink-tinged sand
Local time5:29 AM (UTC+03:00)
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September and October
ClimateMediterranean

Summary

Elafonissi Beach is a beach in Crete. Elafonissi Beach is a beach known for pink-tinged sand.

Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Elafonissi Beach with overcast. It feels like 62°F. Today runs from 68°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Elafonissi Beach is May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 52°F.

The closest major airport is Athens International Airport (ATH), about 185 mi away. Nearby highlights include Balos Lagoon, Mykonos, Acropolis, Athens and Acropolis of Athens.

In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is 4.5°F below the 76°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Elafonissi Beach today at 8.8/10. Gusts to 42 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Coordinates: 35°16′18.1″N 23°32′22.9″E (35.2717, 23.5397)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Elafonissi Beach?

Elafonissi Beach is a beach in Crete. Its coordinates are 35.2717, 23.5397. It lies in Europe.

What is the weather like in Elafonissi Beach right now?

It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 21 mph.

When is the best time to visit Elafonissi Beach?

May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Elafonissi Beach, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Elafonissi Beach in?

Elafonissi Beach observes Europe/Athens (UTC+03:00). The local time is 5:29 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Elafonissi Beach?

The closest airports are Athens International Airport (ATH), 185 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Elafonissi Beach?

Popular options include Balos Lagoon, Mykonos, Acropolis, Athens, Acropolis of Athens and Navagio Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated October 2, 2026 at 5:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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