Paradise Beach Kos kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot

Greece

Spot currently openIntermediate levelAltitude 11 m 36.76 | 27.01

Overview

Paradise Beach is a kitesurfing spot on the south coast of Kos, between Kefalos and Theologos. This fine sand beach lives up to its name with crystal clear waters and an idyllic setting typical of Greek islands. The spot receives the Meltemi wrapping around the island from the west, offering pleasant cross-shore conditions. Less windy than Mastichari on the north coast, Paradise Beach suits intermediate riders looking for moderate wind conditions with some wave action.

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Wave height: < 0.5 m 0.5–1 m 1–2 m 2–3 m ≥ 3 m

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Paradise Beach Kos: when to go?

Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)

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.

Rideable days per month

0 10 20 30 January: 13.5 rideable days13.5 d J February: 16 rideable days F March: 16.5 rideable days M April: 20.5 rideable days A May: 21 rideable days M June: 27 rideable days J July: 27.5 rideable days J August: 29.5 rideable days29.5 d A September: 28 rideable days S October: 19 rideable days O November: 16 rideable days N December: 16.5 rideable days D 0 10 20 30 January: 13.5 rideable days13.5 d J February: 16 rideable days F March: 16.5 rideable days M April: 20.5 rideable days A May: 21 rideable days M June: 27 rideable days J July: 27.5 rideable days J August: 29.5 rideable days29.5 d A September: 28 rideable days S October: 19 rideable days O November: 16 rideable days N December: 16.5 rideable days D

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 14 °C. The wettest month is December, with 151 mm.

Monthly averages: Paradise Beach Kos
Monthly averages — Paradise Beach Kos — 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 14 °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 27 °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 Paradise Beach Kos spot

N: Rideable NNE: Not rideable NE: Not rideable ENE: Not rideable E: Not rideable ESE: Not rideable SE: Not rideable SSE: Not rideable S: Not rideable SSW: Not rideable SW: Not rideable WSW: Not rideable W: Rideable WNW: Rideable NW: Rideable NNW: Rideable N E S W

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

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Spot functioning

Paradise Beach works with the cross-shore NW/W Meltemi wrapping around Kos. The riding area offers a mix of flat water near shore and small chop to moderate waves further out. The launch zone is sandy and accessible. Cohabitation with swimmers needs managing in high season — respect marked swimming zones. The spot works from June to September, best when the Meltemi is moderate to strong.

Spot opening date · Required level
Spot opening date
Open all year round
Required level
Intermediate
On the water

Crystal clear Aegean Sea waters, 22-26°C in summer. Lycra or 2mm shorty sufficient. Sandy bottom with excellent visibility. Shallow water near shore, small chop to moderate waves (0.3-1m) further out when the Meltemi is established. Moderate current along the coast toward the east.

Parking

Parking along the access road to Paradise Beach. A few spots by the beach and a larger parking area set back. In high season, the beach is popular with tourists and swimmers — spaces fill up quickly. Access from the main road crossing the island interior.

Wind specificities

The Meltemi arrives at Paradise Beach after wrapping around the western tip of Kos, blowing from NW/W cross-shore on this south coast. Wind is generally 3-5 knots lighter than on the north coast (Mastichari) as the island creates a partial shadow effect. Typical strength of 12-22 knots in summer, sufficient for kiting with medium-sized kites. Wind can be slightly gustier (gusts/lulls) than on the directly exposed north coast. Best season from June to September with peak in July-August.

Hazards

Cohabitation with swimmers in high season — swimmers have priority, maintain a safe distance. Wind can be gusty with lulls followed by gusts. Lateral current. Strong sun exposure — sun protection essential. Some scattered rocks on the bottom in certain areas.

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