Kefalos Kos

Kefalos is a northeast-facing beach break located on the southern coast of Kos island in the Greek Dodecanese. The spot sits at the interface between agricultural hinterland and the open Aegean Sea, with moderate coastal development limiting available launch and recovery space. Water conditions are characteristically rough-chop rather than organized swell. The average wave height of 0.91 meters indicates weak fetch and limited wave development. Best wind conditions arrive from the northwest (315°), which provides side-shore flow parallel to the northeast-facing coastline. Wind reliability is notably low at 28.9%, meaning consistent sessions are infrequent. Water temperature averages 19.9°C, requiring thermal protection outside summer months. The spot suits beginners during rare consistent wind windows, offering relatively shallow water and manageable conditions. However, irregular wind patterns and small wave heights make this a secondary option rather than a primary destination. Sessions depend heavily on seasonal wind patterns typical of the eastern Mediterranean. Kiters should expect variable conditions and plan accordingly.