Greece

Chersonisos Municipal Unit

Chersonisos Municipal Unit sits on the northern coast of Crete along the Aegean Sea. It functions as a local gateway for divers visiting the Crete region, with a handful of dive centers offering courses, equipment rental, and day trips to nearby reefs and walls. The diving scene here is practical and accessible: expect calm bays, straightforward boat launches, and classic Cretan marine life typical of the Aegean. For the best experience, divers often base themselves in the area to explore popular nearby dive sites along Crete’s coast, with options suitable for both beginners and more experienced divers.

Essential information for traveling in Greece

About Greece

Sea
Aegean Sea, Adriatic Sea, Mediterranean Sea, Io...
Timezone
Europe/Athens
Languages
EL
Demonym
Greek
Phone prefix
+30

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
ATH JTR HER CHQ CFU

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Chersonisos Municipal Unit

Nearby Dive Sites (9)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Chersonisos Municipal Unit

The best time to dive in Chersonisos Municipal Unit

The best months to dive in Chersonisos Municipal Unit are from July to September. Temperatures are confortable (25-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
15 °C 18 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
12 °C 17 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
17 °C 17 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
16 °C 18 °C 8/10
05 - May
22 °C 20 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
25 °C 23 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 26 °C 9/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 27 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
25 °C 26 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
21 °C 23 °C 8/10
11 - Nov.
19 °C 22 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
15 °C 20 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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