Useful details
Relatively enclosed waters, often calmer than the open Aegean but with local gusts.
Marine areaPagasetic Gulf
Coast characterRelatively enclosed waters, often calmer than the open Aegean but with local gusts.
AccessMany shore points and small harbours; actual exposure changes from cove to cove.
Best hoursFirst light to 10:00, before local thermal gusts
What to checkMean wind, gusts, wave height, wave period and visibility.
RegulationsCheck closures, permits and minimum sizes before every outing.
Points that need attention
Local flow near the gulf entrance, sudden gusts off Pelion and small-boat traffic.