The 5 Best Windless or Low-Wind Greek Islands

We believe that there are no completely windless Greek islands. Wind, whether light or strong, is part of the nature of an island. However, there are Greek islands that are not particularly windy, mainly due to their geographical location. For those who are not looking for wind on vacation, perhaps to do some windsurfing or to better withstand the heat, we suggest in this article some islands less subject to this natural phenomenon. Especially for those traveling with very young children, a beach where you can plant the umbrella and not constantly anchor inflatable mattresses and floats can be more desirable (not to mention the water temperature dropping on windy days). The Greek islands in the Aegean Sea (especially in the central-southern part) are subject to the famous Meltemi in summer, a rather strong and sometimes long-lasting wind. Risking missing a ferry because the wind has picked up and made the sea too rough is not always pleasant... The Meltemi blows from the northeast in the Cyclades and, slightly less strong, from the northwest in the Dodecanese: therefore, seek shelter on a beach on the opposite side of the island. Thus, avoiding the Cyclades and the Dodecanese, here are the 5 islands recommended for a peaceful vacation with "a straw hat on your head"!

CEPHALONIA and ZAKYNTHOS (IONIAN)

In the Ionian islands, the Meltemi never blows, and in case of slightly windy days, the presence of many beaches scattered all around the islands allows you to always find a sheltered one.

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AEGINA (ARGOSARONIC)

The Argosaronic islands, enclosed in the Argosaronic Gulf, are the most sheltered from the winds, and the Meltemi is unknown. Aegina, the second most populated island in the archipelago, is a tranquil island that offers, in addition to its beautiful sea, several Byzantine monuments and archaeological areas.

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SKOPELOS (SPORADES)

In the Sporades, the Meltemi, when it blows, blows "gently," so no problem! Skopelos is a tranquil island, very green, with a beautiful sea. The southwest coast is the most sheltered from the winds.

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THASSOS (NORTH EAST AEGEAN)

The North East Aegean is also quite sheltered, and the Meltemi leaves tourists in peace. Thassos, in particular, can be an excellent choice for its lush greenery, mythology, beautiful blue sea, and beaches. Limenaria beach is particularly sheltered from the winds and very large.

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