#292 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno
San Nicola Arcella, Calabria, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Grafzero (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.57/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€46/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for San Nicola Arcella, Calabria · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
15.2°C
Air 21°C
Feb
14.4°C
Air 22°C
Mar
14.5°C
Air 24°C
Apr
15.9°C
Air 27°C
May
19.0°C
Air 30°C
Jun
23.0°C
Air 33°C
Jul
25.7°C
Air 35°C
Peak
Aug
26.8°C
Air 35°C
Sep
25.0°C
Air 33°C
Oct
22.3°C
Air 30°C
Nov
19.6°C
Air 26°C
Dec
17.0°C
Air 23°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 31 May – 30 Oct (>21°C) · 152 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.3 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno
A pocket of green water locked behind a monumental rock arch, Calabria's keyhole.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Steep panoramic trail with staircases carved into rock or reachable by boat/kayak from San Nicola Arcella/Fiuzzi; municipal shuttle bus available
•Protected Status / Environment: Municipal environmental protection ordinance in San Nicola Arcella; Blue Flag certified coastal waters
•Notable Feature: Monumental natural sea arch of rock framing an enclosed turquoise cove and freshwater spring inside Grotta del Saraceno
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near San Nicola Arcella, Calabria. Accessible via regional coastal roads (39.855°N, 15.792°E).
•Calm and shallow inside the cove; space runs out by mid-morning in August.
•A great stone arch pierces the headland, sealing off a pocket cove with a spring-fed cave at its back.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across San Nicola Arcella, Calabria, Italy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno
What is the water temperature at Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno averages 26.8°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno?
Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in San Nicola Arcella, Calabria, Italy.
Is Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno good for families with kids?
Yes, Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Spiaggia dell'Arcomagno?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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