Name: kos | kohilari
Address: GR

Overview

Kohilari is a kitesurfing spot on the southwest coast of Kos, right next to Kefalos. This small cove offers conditions similar to Kefalos but in a more intimate setting. The golden sand beach is bordered by hills that partially channel the Meltemi. The spot is popular with intermediate riders looking for a less crowded alternative to Kefalos main bay. Shallow water near shore allows a comfortable launch.

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Sunrise 07:24 · Sunset 18:29

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kos | kohilari: when to go?

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Season · peak

364h

in August · 29.5 rideable days

The season runs from May to September, peaking in August: 27 rideable days a month and 364 hours of usable wind, at 27 °C. The low point is January, at 13.5 days.

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Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 64%13-20 knots · 35%21-30 knots · 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 64% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 15 °C. The wettest month is December, with 151 mm.

Monthly averages: kos | kohilari

Monthly averages — kos | kohilari — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	13.5	125 h	16 °C	85 mm
February	16.0	185 h	15 °C	55 mm
March	16.5	178 h	18 °C	22 mm
April	20.5	234 h	20 °C	52 mm
May	21.0	281 h	22 °C	24 mm
June	27.0	371 h	28 °C	0 mm
July	27.5	347 h	29 °C	1 mm
August	29.5	364 h	29 °C	0 mm
September	28.0	340 h	27 °C	4 mm
October	19.0	198 h	23 °C	26 mm
November	16.0	164 h	20 °C	57 mm
December	16.5	154 h	17 °C	151 mm

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Technical details of kos | kohilari spot

The spot works with winds from N, W, WNW, NW, NNW.

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Spot functioning

Kohilari works with the Meltemi wrapping around the island from the west, arriving cross-shore NW/W. The cove offers a more restricted riding area than Kefalos but sufficient for sailing. The shallow zone near shore suits learning. Further out, the water opens up with chop and small waves. The spot is less crowded than Kefalos, offering more space per rider. Works from June to September.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Required level: Intermediate

On the water

Turquoise Aegean Sea water, 22-26°C in summer. 2mm shorty or lycra sufficient in peak season. Sandy bottom with some scattered rocks. Shallow water for the first meters, then gradual depth. Small chop to moderate waves when the Meltemi is established. Moderate current along the coast.

Parking

Small roadside parking near Kohilari beach. Access from the coastal road connecting Kefalos to the beaches. Limited spaces — in high season, you may need to park further away and walk. Alternative: park at Kefalos parking and walk along the coast.

Wind specificities

Like neighboring Kefalos, Kohilari receives the Meltemi wrapping around the western tip of Kos. Wind arrives cross-shore from the NW/W on this southwest-facing coast. Surrounding hills create a slight funneling effect that can locally strengthen the wind. Typical strength of 15-25 knots in summer, with gusts up to 30+ knots in strong Meltemi. Wind follows the classic pattern: building toward noon, peaking in afternoon, dropping in evening. Main season from June to September.

Hazards

Rocks on the sides of the cove to avoid during maneuvers. Meltemi can quickly build to 25-30 knots. More limited riding space than Kefalos — watch for other riders. Current along the coast. Strong summer sun exposure — sun protection essential.

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