Kalypso Bay
Welcome to Kalypso Beach, a stunning bay with pristine, crystal-clear water. Whether you're looking to snorkel, soak up the sun, or embark on a diving adventure, this unique location has it all. One of our key strengths is the diverse landscapes packed into such a small area, providing an incredible diving experience. While visibility may have fluctuated in recent years, it remains generally excellent.
At Kalypso Beach, you'll encounter a wide array of marine life, including rabbit fish, breams, fire worms, lionfish, octopus, squid, sponges, sea slugs, and if you're lucky, even turtles. With visibility reaching up to 25 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this is a fantastic spot for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.
Located in Greece, specifically in the Kalypso Cretan Village, the path to Kalypso is marked with blue points. You can find us in the Municipality of Agios Vasileios, Rethymno Regional Unit, in the beautiful Region of Crete, postcode 740 60, Greece.
To get a visual taste of what awaits you at Kalypso Beach, feel free to search for "Crete Kalypso Divers" on the internet and explore the captivating imagery.
Experience the wonders of the underwater world at Kalypso Beach – your ultimate destination for a truly unforgettable dive.
At Kalypso Beach, you'll encounter a wide array of marine life, including rabbit fish, breams, fire worms, lionfish, octopus, squid, sponges, sea slugs, and if you're lucky, even turtles. With visibility reaching up to 25 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this is a fantastic spot for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.
Located in Greece, specifically in the Kalypso Cretan Village, the path to Kalypso is marked with blue points. You can find us in the Municipality of Agios Vasileios, Rethymno Regional Unit, in the beautiful Region of Crete, postcode 740 60, Greece.
To get a visual taste of what awaits you at Kalypso Beach, feel free to search for "Crete Kalypso Divers" on the internet and explore the captivating imagery.
Experience the wonders of the underwater world at Kalypso Beach – your ultimate destination for a truly unforgettable dive.
Diving Conditions Score for Kalypso Bay
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kalypso Bay
Depth
16m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Kalypso Bay
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
30.7 m/s
Water Temp
24°C
Visibility
41.66km
Cloud Cover
4%
Wave Period
2.55s
Air Temperature
25.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kalypso Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Kalypso Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.866666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 24.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.713871264367817/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kalypso Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Kalypso Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kalypso Bay are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.4m (2.65s), Wind: 24.5 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 21.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kalypso BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kalypso Bay
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Kalypso Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kalypso Bay
December
Score: 8.4
January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Kalypso Bay
Water Temp
25.7°C / 78.3°F
July
Visibility
15.5m / 50.9ft
December
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kalypso Bay
Kalypso Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.7°C) and January the coldest (6.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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