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Agios Prokopis / Naxos kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Greece
Overview
Agios Prokopis is a stunning white sand beach on the west coast of Naxos, between Naxos Town and Mikri Vigla. Regularly ranked among the most beautiful beaches in Greece, Agios Prokopis combines an idyllic setting with decent kite conditions. The N/NNE Meltemi arrives side-shore on this west-facing coast. The beach is more touristy than Mikri Vigla, with beachfront hotels and restaurants. Kitesurfing is practiced on the less crowded parts of the beach.
Spot forecast for Agios Prokopis / Naxos
Sunrise 07:30 · Sunset 18:35
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Agios Prokopis / Naxos: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
374h
in August · 29 rideable days
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.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
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.
Monthly averages: Agios Prokopis / Naxos
| 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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Technical details of Agios Prokopis / Naxos spot
The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NNW.
Spot functioning
Agios Prokopis works with the N/NNE Meltemi side-shore. Cohabitation with swimmers is the main challenge — the beach is very touristy. Sail on less crowded sections. Shallow water near shore. No dedicated kite center — riders come from Mikri Vigla or Naxos Town.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Crystal clear turquoise water, 22-26°C. Lycra or shorty. White sandy bottom. Shallow water, moderate chop further out. Weak current.
Parking
Roadside parking along the beach. Several hotels and restaurants with parking. Access from Naxos Town (10 min drive). Bus available in season.
Wind specificities
N/NNE Meltemi side-shore on the west coast. 15-25 knots in summer, channeled between Paros and Naxos. Building at noon, peaking in afternoon. Conditions similar to Mikri Vigla but slightly less windy. Season from June to September.
Hazards
Heavy tourist traffic — cohabitation with swimmers, pedal boats, boats. Side-shore wind can cause drift. Strong sun exposure. No specialized kite lifeguard.
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