#318 European Rank
Irakli Beach
Emona, Bulgaria•Black Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Paul Stephenson from London (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.55/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€22/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Gentle Wave Action
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces S (180°) · Wind: W (270°)
Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming.
Significant Wave Height
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Good Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · CROSS-SHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces S (180°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
S (180°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the S-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Irakli Beach: Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. Wind (12 km/h) blows diagonally along the coastline, creating surface chop and gentle lateral drift. Comfortable for casual swimming. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Emona, Bulgaria
Ideal Swimming
Early August
25.1°C
Air ~33°C
Comfortable, prolonged bathing for all ages
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 25.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.6°C | 19°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 6.6°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 7.2°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 9.9°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 15.7°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.2°C | 31°C | Refreshing |
| July | 24.2°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 25.1°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 22.6°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 18.6°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| November | 14.3°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 10.3°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Bulgaria Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 14 Jun – 27 Sep (>21°C) · 105 days
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🏖️ Irakli Beach (Emona, Bulgaria)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/irakli-beach-bg/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Good
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5
About Irakli Beach
A long, protected strand where the Balkan range slides into the Black Sea; Bulgaria's bohemian escape.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached via local road turning off the E87 highway near Banya / Emona village
•Protected Status / Environment: Designated Protected Natural Area (Order No. RD110 of 1994, 42.3 ha) conserving rare sand dunes and sea lilies
•Notable Feature: Over 3 km of wild, uncommercialized golden sand beach preserved in its natural state without resort development
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Typical Rate: ~€8/day
EasyPark AppPayByPhone App
EasyPark mobile app is widely supported across blue-line municipal zones.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
NoFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Emona. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.750°N, 27.890°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Irakli Beach involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Open and gently shelving; some naturist stretches.
•A protected, mostly undeveloped strand below the Balkan mountains' last slopes.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Emona, Bulgaria.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Irakli Beach
What is the water temperature at Irakli Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Irakli Beach averages 25.1°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Irakli Beach?
Irakli Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Emona, Bulgaria.
Is Irakli Beach good for families with kids?
Irakli Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Irakli Beach?
Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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