Greece

Skyros

Skyros - photo 1

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Skyros is a small island in the Aegean Sea and part of the Central Greece region. It’s not a major gateway for international diving, but the island offers accessible coastal diving from its shoreline and small boats. Local dive activity centers around basic reef dives around rocky formations with clear, temperate Aegean waters. Expect typical Mediterranean marine life such as fish, groupers, and occasional octopus, with improving visibility in certain months. Accessibility is simple via ferries or domestic flights from mainland Greece, making Skyros a peaceful add-on for divers exploring the Sporades and central Aegean region. Overall, the island provides a relaxed introduction to island dive life rather than a high-volume dive destination.

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 Skyros

Nearby Dive Sites (12)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Skyros

The best time to dive in Skyros

The best months to dive in Skyros are from June to September. Temperatures are confortable (23-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
12 °C 16 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
9 °C 15 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
14 °C 15 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
14 °C 16 °C 7/10
05 - May
19 °C 18 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
25 °C 22 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 25 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
26 °C 24 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
23 °C 24 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
18 °C 21 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
17 °C 20 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
13 °C 18 °C 6/10

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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