#214 European Rank
Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon
Gozo (San Lawrenz), Malta•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October, November
Photo: Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.62/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€40/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Deep Water
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Gozo (San Lawrenz) · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
15.9°C
Air 17°C
Feb
15.2°C
Air 18°C
Mar
15.5°C
Air 20°C
Apr
16.8°C
Air 23°C
May
19.8°C
Air 26°C
Jun
23.8°C
Air 29°C
Jul
26.2°C
Air 31°C
Peak
Aug
26.9°C
Air 31°C
Sep
25.6°C
Air 29°C
Oct
22.9°C
Air 26°C
Nov
19.9°C
Air 22°C
Dec
17.2°C
Air 19°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 24 May – 4 Nov (>21°C) · 163 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Malta Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.1 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon
A secluded saltwater lagoon surrounded by fishermen’s stone boathouses, connected to the open Mediterranean through a dramatic 80-meter natural sea tunnel in the cliffs.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Accessible by road to Dwejra Bay in western Gozo, with public parking and access pathways to the lagoon shoreline
•Protected Status / Environment: Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and Natura 2000 protected geological park with fossil-rich Coralline Limestone
•Notable Feature: Natural seawater lagoon formed by a collapsed limestone sinkhole, connected to open sea via a 60-meter natural rock tunnel used by fishing boats and divers
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
From Victoria on Gozo, take bus 311 or drive 10 minutes west through San Lawrenz to Dwejra.
•Board a traditional luzzu fishing boat for a ride through the 80-meter sea cave tunnel to the open sea
•Jacques Cousteau declared neighboring Blue Hole and Dwejra among his top 10 dive sites globally
•Admire historic Fungus Rock (Il-Ġebla tal-Ġeneral), fiercely guarded by the Knights of Malta for medicinal plants
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
MLA · 25m drive20-30 min transfer across Malta to coastal bays.
Ferry Connection: Ċirkewwa Ferry (for Gozo / Comino)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon
What is the water temperature at Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon averages 26.9°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon?
Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Gozo (San Lawrenz), Malta.
Is Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon good for families with kids?
Yes, Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Dwejra Inland Sea & Lagoon?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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