#289 European Rank

Polignano a Mare

Lama Monachile, Puglia, Italy•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Enric (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.57/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

25.8°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€43/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Pebbles / Shingle

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Lama Monachile, Puglia · NOAA satellite data

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Warm Bathwater

Jan

13.9°C

Air 20°C

Feb

13.6°C

Air 21°C

Mar

13.9°C

Air 23°C

Apr

14.9°C

Air 26°C

May

17.9°C

Air 29°C

Jun

21.9°C

Air 32°C

Jul

24.7°C

Air 34°C

Peak

Aug

25.8°C

Air 34°C

Sep

23.6°C

Air 32°C

Oct

20.3°C

Air 29°C

Nov

17.2°C

Air 25°C

Dec

14.9°C

Air 22°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 8 Jun – 9 Oct (>21°C) · 123 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5

About Polignano a Mare

A pebble cove dramatically wedged in a ravine below Polignano's whitewashed clifftop town, famous for cliff-diving.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Stepped access path leading down from the Roman Via Traiana bridge / city center of Polignano a Mare

•Protected Status / Environment: Historical and landscape protected site; iconic inlet in the municipal center

•Notable Feature: Pebble cove inlet flanked by high limestone cliffs crowned with whitewashed historic houses, spanning under a Roman bridge arch

Official Tourism Authorities:italia.it viaggiareinpuglia.it

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Lama Monachile, Puglia. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.996°N, 17.219°E).

•Deep and clear, dramatic between the ravine walls.

•A pebble cove wedged in a ravine beneath Polignano's clifftop old town.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

BDS / BRI · 40m drive

35-50 min drive through Salento olive groves to coastal beaches.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Polignano a Mare

What is the water temperature at Polignano a Mare?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Polignano a Mare averages 25.8°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Polignano a Mare?

Polignano a Mare is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Lama Monachile, Puglia, Italy.

Is Polignano a Mare good for families with kids?

Polignano a Mare has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Polignano a Mare?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

Getting Around & Activities

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Boat Tours & Excursions

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Airport & Port Transfers

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Private transfers with airport meet-and-greet.

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