Balos, Greece - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

Balos Beach boasts a singular location, located between the Cape Tigani and the Cape Gramvousa on the island of Crete, Greece. Its distinctive position results in shallow waters and warmer temperatures than those found on typical beaches. Monastic seals and loggerhead sea turtles can often be observed here.

In addition to its natural allure, Balos Beach features a well-developed infrastructure including numerous bars, loungers, showers and restrooms. Visitors can enjoy convenient access via nearby parking and car transportation.

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What to do at Balos?

Amenities

Balos amenities include parking, toilet, shower and loungers.

Bars

You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the stunning shades of blue and clean waters of Balos Beach, as well as its shallow and warm waters that are ideal for young children. However, visitors complain about the difficult and bumpy road to get there, which can be particularly challenging for rental cars.

Where to Stay near Balos?

Visitors to Balos often choose to stay in the nearby town of Kissamos, which offers a range of accommodations and is conveniently located for exploring the beach and surrounding attractions. While there are no accommodations directly on Balos Beach, the picturesque town of Chania is another popular option for travelers seeking both cultural experiences and beach visits.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Balos?

Latitude: 35.58400184 / Longitude: 23.58893394

Balos is located in Balos. The following map of Balos shows the exact location.

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Balos: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Summary
Full Forecast

Today might not be ideal for classic beach activities at Balos. The air temperature will reach a high of 16.5 °C. The sea temperature is 19.4 °C, so swimming might not be very comfortable. Expect a fair amount of cloud cover. The wind will be quite strong, with even stronger gusts, and the waves will be moderate.

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Air

Low / High	14.2°C/16.5°C
Feels Like (High)	12.9°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	19.4 °C
Wave Height	1.4 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	07:28/17:14
Sunshine Hours	8.0 hrs
UV Index	3.4
Cloud Cover	65%

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Wind

Speed	29.3 km/h
Gusts	52.9 km/h
Direction	NE

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