#536 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Ventspils Beach
Ventspils, Courland, Latvia•Baltic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August
Photo: Laima Gūtmane (Simka) (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.27/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
18°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€33/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Ventspils, Courland · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
3.8°C
Air 12°C
Feb
2.3°C
Air 13°C
Mar
2.2°C
Air 15°C
Apr
4.1°C
Air 18°C
May
7.8°C
Air 21°C
Jun
12.5°C
Air 24°C
Jul
16.7°C
Air 26°C
Peak
Aug
18.0°C
Air 26°C
Sep
15.5°C
Air 24°C
Oct
11.7°C
Air 21°C
Nov
8.7°C
Air 17°C
Dec
5.9°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 Latvia Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Ventspils Beach
A wide Blue Flag ribbon of white sand beside the port city of Ventspils, kept famously tidy.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located in Ventspils on the western Baltic coast of Latvia; accessible via Medņu Street with paved access boardwalks, bicycle parking, and car parks.
•Protected Status / Environment: The first beach in the Baltic States to obtain the Blue Flag (awarded continuously since 1999); backed by protected dunes up to 9m high.
•Notable Feature: Fine white quartz sand shore up to 80 meters wide, observation towers, dedicated sports courts, and specialized mobility-impaired infrastructure.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Ventspils, Courland. Accessible via regional coastal roads (57.390°N, 21.530°E).
•Gently shelving and lifeguarded in season.
•A tidy port city's Blue Flag strand backed by dunes and a seaside park.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Ventspils, Courland, Latvia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ventspils Beach
What is the water temperature at Ventspils Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Ventspils Beach averages 18°C (64°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Ventspils Beach?
Ventspils Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Ventspils, Courland, Latvia.
Is Ventspils Beach good for families with kids?
Ventspils Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Ventspils Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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