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Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer
Argelès-sur-Mer, Roussillon, France•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Moreau.henri (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.36/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
22°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€77/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Argelès-sur-Mer, Roussillon · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
12.8°C
Air 18°C
Feb
12.1°C
Air 19°C
Mar
12.5°C
Air 21°C
Apr
13.5°C
Air 24°C
May
15.8°C
Air 27°C
Jun
19.0°C
Air 30°C
Jul
21.3°C
Air 32°C
Peak
Aug
22.0°C
Air 32°C
Sep
20.3°C
Air 30°C
Oct
18.3°C
Air 27°C
Nov
16.2°C
Air 23°C
Dec
14.1°C
Air 20°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 11 Jul – 2 Sep (>21°C) · 53 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all France Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5
About Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer
Seven gentle kilometres of family sand where the Pyrenees finally meet the Mediterranean.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct access via coastal promenade, bike paths, and resort parking areas.
•Protected Status / Environment: Consecutive Pavillon Bleu (Blue Flag) awardee for water quality and environmental management.
•Notable Feature: 7 km long sandy shoreline framed by the Bois des Pins pine forest where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Argelès-sur-Mer, Roussillon. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.557°N, 3.048°E).
•Long shallow entry with supervised posts all summer; built for children.
•Europe's campsite capital, a pine-lined promenade at the front and the Albères dropping the Pyrenees into the sea just south.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Argelès-sur-Mer, Roussillon, France.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer
What is the water temperature at Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer averages 22°C (72°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer?
Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Argelès-sur-Mer, Roussillon, France.
Is Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer good for families with kids?
Yes, Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Plage d'Argelès-sur-Mer?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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