#437 European Rank
Porto Palermo
near Himarë, Albania•Ionian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Agonsta24 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.46/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€22/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for near Himarë · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
15.4°C
Air 20°C
Feb
14.8°C
Air 21°C
Mar
14.8°C
Air 23°C
Apr
15.9°C
Air 26°C
May
18.6°C
Air 29°C
Jun
21.8°C
Air 32°C
Jul
23.6°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
24.8°C
Air 34°C
Sep
24.0°C
Air 32°C
Oct
22.1°C
Air 29°C
Nov
19.8°C
Air 25°C
Dec
17.1°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 7 Jun – 30 Oct (>21°C) · 145 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Albania Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5
About Porto Palermo
A sheltered Ionian bay where Ali Pasha's castle guards its own rocky peninsula, with calm clear coves on either side.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located in a natural bay along the SH8 highway between Himarë and Qeparo.
•Protected Status / Environment: Natural deep-water bay protected from open-sea swells, designated as a cultural and natural heritage site.
•Notable Feature: Features the 19th-century triangular fortress built by Ali Pasha Tepelena on a connected isthmus, with pristine pebble coves on either side.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
YesGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near near Himarë. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.056°N, 19.797°E).
•Calm and clear in the sheltered bay around the castle peninsula.
•A dramatic bay south of Himarë where Ali Pasha's stone castle sits on its own peninsula.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
CFU / TIA · 45m driveFly to Corfu (CFU) and take the 30-min express ferry to Saranda, or fly to Tirana (TIA) and drive south via the scenic Llogara Pass.
Ferry Connection: Port of Sarandë (30m hydrofoil from Corfu)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Porto Palermo
What is the water temperature at Porto Palermo?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Porto Palermo averages 24.8°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Porto Palermo?
Porto Palermo is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in near Himarë, Albania.
Is Porto Palermo good for families with kids?
Porto Palermo has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Porto Palermo?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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