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Located at the heart of the Cyclades in the central Aegean Sea. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, impressing with miles of sandy beaches, fertile valleys, and an imposing ancient temple gate (Portara). The island is less touristy than Santorini and offers excellent local cheese and potatoes.

What awaits you

BeachHikingCampingLocal cuisineNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

June–September: up to 31°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 26°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: April, October, November — a pleasant 24°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 15°C.

Max. temperature
14°
Jan
15°
Feb
16°
Mar
21°
Apr
24°
May
29°
Jun
31°
Jul
31°
Aug
28°
Sep
24°
Oct
20°
Nov
17°
Dec
Water temperature
17°
Jan
16°
Feb
17°
Mar
18°
Apr
19°
May
23°
Jun
25°
Jul
26°
Aug
25°
Sep
23°
Oct
20°
Nov
18°
Dec
Sunshine hours
7h
Jan
8h
Feb
10h
Mar
11h
Apr
12h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
13h
Aug
11h
Sep
10h
Oct
8h
Nov
8h
Dec
Rain days
13d
Jan
8d
Feb
8d
Mar
4d
Apr
4d
May
2d
Jun
1d
Jul
2d
Aug
2d
Sep
1d
Oct
9d
Nov
9d
Dec

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Naxos as a Vacation Destination

Naxos is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, camping holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 31°C.

The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Campers will find pitches for both tents and caravans.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 26°C.

Good to know

Price level
€€
Local languages
EL
Camping
Tent & caravan