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Kastraki is a long white sand beach on the west coast of Naxos, just south of Mikri Vigla. This less crowded beach compared to its neighbor offers a wilder and quieter setting. The N/NNE Meltemi arrives side-shore on this west-facing coast, with enough strength for kiting. Kastraki is popular with intermediate riders seeking more space and less crowds than Mikri Vigla, while staying close to the main spot. The beach is stunning with white sand and dunes.
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
The season runs from June to September, peaking in August: 26 rideable days a month and 374 hours of usable wind, at 28 °C. The low point is March, at 12.5 days.
7-12 knots · 40% 13-20 knots · 57% 21-30 knots · 4%
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 13 and 20 knots — 57% of rideable hours. That is the most versatile range, where most kites work. The coldest month is February, at 14 °C. The wettest month is December, with 62 mm. Bar height is the month's rideable days; the split shows how its wind hours break down by strength.
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.0 | 137 h | 15 °C | 42 mm |
| February | 14.5 | 166 h | 14 °C | 27 mm |
| March | 12.5 | 134 h | 18 °C | 43 mm |
| April | 21.0 | 234 h | 20 °C | 21 mm |
| May | 17.0 | 217 h | 23 °C | 5 mm |
| June | 26.0 | 385 h | 27 °C | 0 mm |
| July | 26.0 | 372 h | 29 °C | 1 mm |
| August | 29.0 | 374 h | 29 °C | 0 mm |
| September | 24.5 | 297 h | 26 °C | 0 mm |
| October | 17.5 | 204 h | 22 °C | 43 mm |
| November | 14.0 | 155 h | 19 °C | 24 mm |
| December | 16.5 | 171 h | 16 °C | 62 mm |
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Kastraki works with the N/NNE Meltemi side-shore. Open riding area with more space than Mikri Vigla. No dedicated kite center — self-sufficient spot. Sandy beach offers good launch/landing zones. Shallow water near shore, gradually increasing depth. Works from June to September.
Open all year round
Intermediate
Crystal clear Cycladic waters, 22-26°C. Lycra or shorty. White sandy bottom. Moderate to strong chop in Meltemi. Weak to moderate current along the coast toward the south.
Roadside parking along Kastraki beach. Access from the coastal road. Less parking pressure than at Mikri Vigla. A few tavernas nearby.
N/NNE Meltemi side-shore on the west coast. Same wind conditions as Mikri Vigla — 18-25 knots channeled between Paros and Naxos. Slightly less sheltered than Mikri Vigla's north beach, so wind can be more side-offshore at times. Classic cycle: building at noon, peaking in afternoon. Season June to September.
Side-shore to side-offshore wind at times — requires upwind riding ability. Meltemi can reach 25+ knots. Current along the coast. Some swimmers. Strong sun exposure. Less supervised than Mikri Vigla.
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