Surf spot

IOS Plakoto

Forecast conditions and map view for IOS Plakoto in Greece, Greek Islands. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Greece, Greek Islands
Coordinates: 36.7845, 25.2775

Metric
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Wave direction	WSW	WSW	WSW	WSW	WSW	WSW	N	N	N	N	WSW	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	NNE	N	NNE	NNE	NNE	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	N	NNE	N	N	N	N	N	NNE	N	N	N	N	NNE	N	NNE	NNE	NNE	WSW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW	SW
Wave period (s)	4.5	4.1	3.9	3.6	3.5	3.5	3	3	3.1	3.6	4.3	4	3.8	3.9	3.9	3.9	3.8	4.1	4.1	4.2	4.2	3.7	3.9	3.6	3.9	4.2	4.6	4.7	4.8	5.2	5.1	5	5.3	5	4.8	5	4.3	4	3.9	3.6	3.5	3.5	3.2	3.1	3	2.9	2.9	2.8	1.8	2.1	2.9	3.1	3.3	3.3	3.2	3.1
Wave energy (kJ)	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	2	1	1	2	3	3	3	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	7	6	5	4	5	6	3	4	8	2	7	7	3	7	6	4	2	2	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	1
Wind speed (km/h)	12.9	16.1	4.9	11.5	18.2	23.8	17.7	24.1	23.6	25	30.6	32.8	32.4	32	30.6	25.3	24.1	32.4	29.5	31.3	34.6	37.2	34.7	27.1	28.9	30.3	23.8	33.9	31	34.7	31.7	32	26.7	24.7	30.9	36.7	31	34.5	34.6	28.5	19.3	19	15.8	21.9	26.5	22.8	29.2	28.9	13.4	12.6	15.1	10	14.3	27.1	29.9	22.3
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Ios Plakoto, Greece — Surf Spot Description

Ios Plakoto is a beach and surf area on the north side of Ios, in the Cyclades (Greek Islands). It’s known less as a classic heavy surf destination and more as a small-wave, wind- and swell-exposed spot that can occasionally deliver fun conditions when the Aegean lines up.

Spot character

Type: Open-beach / exposed shoreline
Best for: Intermediate surfers, longboarders, and wind-powered riders
Wave quality: Usually short-period Mediterranean swell, so waves tend to be smaller, weaker, and less consistent than in ocean surf regions
Bottom: Generally sand, which makes it friendlier and less technical than reef or rock spots
Atmosphere: Remote, scenic, and often uncrowded compared with mainland surf areas

Conditions

Swell: Most surf comes from Aegean storm systems or distant North Atlantic groundswell that has enough eastward energy to reach the islands
Wind: Like many Greek island spots, wind is a major factor. Offshore or light winds can improve shape, while strong Meltemi winds can make it too messy
Best season: Often autumn, winter, and early spring, when storm activity is higher
Consistency: Low to moderate; it’s a “check the forecast and be ready” kind of spot

What to expect

On average, expect small to medium surf, often better for fun than performance
When conditions align, it can offer clean peelers suitable for beginner-to-intermediate riding
In stronger wind events, it may also work for windsurfing or kitesurfing

Access and vibe

Access: Usually straightforward by road or local track, depending on the exact access point
Crowds: Typically light
Scenery: Classic Cycladic landscape — rocky hills, clear water, and a rugged island feel

Summary

Ios Plakoto is a scenic, wind-sensitive Greek island surf spot with sand-bottom waves and occasional fun surf rather than regular high-performance surf. It’s best viewed as a forecast-dependent hidden gem for surfers exploring the Cyclades.