#349 European Rank
Fornillo Beach
Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Mihael Grmek (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.53/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€67/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Volcanic Black Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Positano, Amalfi Coast · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
15.1°C
Air 20°C
Feb
14.3°C
Air 21°C
Mar
14.3°C
Air 23°C
Apr
15.6°C
Air 26°C
May
18.7°C
Air 29°C
Jun
22.5°C
Air 32°C
Jul
25.1°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
26.2°C
Air 34°C
Sep
24.3°C
Air 32°C
Oct
21.8°C
Air 29°C
Nov
19.3°C
Air 25°C
Dec
16.8°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 3 Jun – 25 Oct (>21°C) · 144 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.3 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.5 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5
About Fornillo Beach
Positano's quieter beach, reached along a cliff walkway and framed by the tumbling pastel houses of the Amalfi Coast.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: 10-minute pedestrian cliffside walk via Via Positanesi d'America from Spiaggia Grande or steep stairways from upper Positano.
•Protected Status / Environment: Set within the UNESCO World Heritage cultural coastline of Amalfi; framed by historic coastal defense towers.
•Notable Feature: Intimate pebble and gravel cove flanked by Torre di Fornillo and Torre Trasita, featuring beach clubs and free sections.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Positano, Amalfi Coast. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.628°N, 14.482°E).
•Deep and clear, calmer and quieter than the main beach.
•Positano's quieter second beach, reached by a cliff path past medieval towers.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
NAP · 50m driveTransfer from Naples (NAP) by coastal ferry or private scenic drive.
Ferry Connection: Molo Beverello (Naples Port for Capri/Positano)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fornillo Beach
What is the water temperature at Fornillo Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Fornillo Beach averages 26.2°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Fornillo Beach?
Fornillo Beach is classified as a volcanic black sand shoreline located in Positano, Amalfi Coast, Italy.
Is Fornillo Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Fornillo Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Fornillo Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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