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Tylösand

Halmstad, Sweden•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.13/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

18.5°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€67/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Halmstad · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

2.8°C

Air 13°C

Feb

1.9°C

Air 14°C

Mar

2.9°C

Air 16°C

Apr

6.4°C

Air 19°C

May

11.2°C

Air 22°C

Jun

15.3°C

Air 25°C

Jul

17.9°C

Air 27°C

Peak

Aug

18.5°C

Air 27°C

Sep

15.5°C

Air 25°C

Oct

11.5°C

Air 22°C

Nov

7.9°C

Air 18°C

Dec

4.8°C

Air 15°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 18.5°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

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

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.1 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5

About Tylösand

Seven kilometres of pale sand and shallow water on the sunny Halland coast, Sweden's favourite resort beach.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Connected to Halmstad center via the 18 km Prince Bertil's Trail (Prins Bertils stig) and regular city bus connections, with large parking areas behind the dunes.

•Protected Status / Environment: Governed by Kattegat coastal conservation policies and protected dune reserves.

•Notable Feature: 4 km stretch of fine sand and dunes, Sweden's most famous beach, featuring the national lifeguard training tower and popular summer 'After Beach' entertainment at Hotel Tylösand.

Official Tourism Authorities:visitsweden.com destinationhalmstad.se

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Halmstad. Accessible via regional coastal roads (56.657°N, 12.727°E).

•Shallow, calm and comparatively warm for Sweden.

•Sweden's best-known resort beach on the Halland coast.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Halmstad, Sweden.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tylösand

What is the water temperature at Tylösand?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Tylösand averages 18.5°C (65°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Tylösand?

Tylösand is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Halmstad, Sweden.

Is Tylösand good for families with kids?

Yes, Tylösand is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Tylösand?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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