#57 European Rank
Punta Prosciutto
Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Mastrocom (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.72/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.3°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€48/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Porto Cesareo, Puglia · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
13.9°C
Air 20°C
Feb
13.4°C
Air 21°C
Mar
13.8°C
Air 23°C
Apr
15.0°C
Air 26°C
May
18.2°C
Air 29°C
Jun
22.3°C
Air 32°C
Jul
25.1°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
26.3°C
Air 34°C
Sep
24.7°C
Air 32°C
Oct
21.6°C
Air 29°C
Nov
18.2°C
Air 25°C
Dec
15.5°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 5 Jun – 20 Oct (>21°C) · 137 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Punta Prosciutto
Powder-white sand and shallow turquoise water so vivid this dune-backed Salento strand is nicknamed the Maldives of Italy.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Porto Cesareo, Puglia. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.293°N, 17.767°E).
•Shallow, warm and calm for a long way out.
•Wild dunes and scrub on Salento's Ionian coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
BDS / BRI · 40m drive35-50 min drive through Salento olive groves to coastal beaches.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Punta Prosciutto
What is the water temperature at Punta Prosciutto?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Punta Prosciutto averages 26.3°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Punta Prosciutto?
Punta Prosciutto is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Porto Cesareo, Puglia, Italy.
Is Punta Prosciutto good for families with kids?
Yes, Punta Prosciutto is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Punta Prosciutto?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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