#561 European Rank
Tofta Beach
Gotland, Sweden•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: En-cas-de-soleil (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.25/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€53/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Rocky Cove
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Gotland · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
3.7°C
Air 12°C
Feb
2.7°C
Air 13°C
Mar
2.5°C
Air 15°C
Apr
3.8°C
Air 18°C
May
7.3°C
Air 21°C
Jun
12.4°C
Air 24°C
Jul
16.7°C
Air 26°C
Peak
Aug
18.0°C
Air 26°C
Sep
14.9°C
Air 24°C
Oct
11.0°C
Air 21°C
Nov
7.6°C
Air 17°C
Dec
5.2°C
Air 14°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 18.0°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Sweden Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality3.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Tofta Beach
A long shallow strand near medieval Visby where Stockholm decamps every July.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located south of Visby along Route 140, serviced by frequent regional buses (Bus 10) and large parking lots
•Protected Status / Environment: West Gotland Baltic sandy shoreline
•Notable Feature: Gotland's most prominent lively sand beach with extensive watersports, beach volleyball, and dunes
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Gotland. Accessible via regional coastal roads (57.530°N, 18.105°E).
•Shallow and family-friendly, Gotland's warmest water.
•Gotland's summer-party sand, twenty minutes from medieval Visby.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Gotland, Sweden.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tofta Beach
What is the water temperature at Tofta Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Tofta Beach averages 18°C (64°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Tofta Beach?
Tofta Beach is classified as a rocky cove shoreline located in Gotland, Sweden.
Is Tofta Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Tofta Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Tofta Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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