#93 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Nissi Beach
Ayia Napa, Cyprus•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Dmitry Panov (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.70/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
27.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€56/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Ayia Napa, Cyprus · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
17.2°C
Air 23°C
Feb
16.7°C
Air 24°C
Mar
17.0°C
Air 26°C
Apr
18.1°C
Air 29°C
May
20.5°C
Air 32°C
Jun
23.8°C
Air 35°C
Jul
26.4°C
Air 37°C
Peak
Aug
27.5°C
Air 37°C
Sep
26.9°C
Air 35°C
Oct
25.2°C
Air 32°C
Nov
22.3°C
Air 28°C
Dec
19.4°C
Air 25°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 20 May – 28 Nov (>21°C) · 193 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Cyprus Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.8 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Nissi Beach
Cyprus's famous party beach, where a shallow sandbar leads to a little islet off Ayia Napa.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: 3.5 km west of central Ayia Napa along Nissi Avenue; served by local OSEA buses (lines 101/102).
•Notable Feature / Tombolo: Natural shallow sandbar allows visitors to walk across waist-deep water to an uninhabited rocky islet 50 metres offshore.
•Environment / Blue Flag: Fully organized Blue Flag resort beach featuring daily beach clubs, resident DJs, and shallow turquoise waters.
Official Tourism Authorities:visitcyprus.com
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 Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Accessible via regional coastal roads (34.988°N, 33.969°E).
•Warm shallow water; wade across the sandbar to the islet.
•A lively resort beach with bars, foam parties and watersports.
•High-energy daily beach bar parties, resident DJs, foam events, and vibrant Mediterranean summer crowds.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
LCA · 35m drive35-min highway drive from Larnaca Airport (LCA) to Ayia Napa & Protaras shores.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nissi Beach
What is the water temperature at Nissi Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Nissi Beach averages 27.5°C (82°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Nissi Beach?
Nissi Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Ayia Napa, Cyprus.
Is Nissi Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Nissi Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Nissi Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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