#486 European Rank
Larvotto Beach
Monte-Carlo, Monaco•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: kajikawa (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.38/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
24.6°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€113/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Calm & Glassy
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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Optimal 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 Larvotto Beach: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. 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) · Monte-Carlo, Monaco
Ideal Swimming
Early August
24.6°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 · 24.6°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.9°C | 19°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 13.3°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 13.5°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 14.6°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 17.5°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.1°C | 31°C | Refreshing |
| July | 23.7°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 24.6°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 22.4°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 19.8°C | 28°C | Refreshing |
| November | 17.4°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 15.4°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Monaco Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 14 Jun – 1 Oct (>21°C) · 109 days
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🏖️ Larvotto Beach (Monte-Carlo, Monaco)
🌊 Water temperature: 24.6°C
⛱️ Beach access: 90% free public sand • Sunbeds: €10–€18
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/larvotto-beach-mc/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: Excellent
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 & Setting4.1 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.2 / 5
About Larvotto Beach
Calm netted water and designer cabanas beneath the Monte-Carlo towers, Monaco's manicured city beach.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct public elevator and street access along Avenue Princesse Grace in Monaco's Larvotto district.
•Protected Status / Environment: Bordered by the Monaco Larvotto Marine Reserve (Réserve Marine du Larvotto); protected by offshore geotubes and anti-jellyfish netting.
•Notable Feature: Monaco's premier seaside complex redesigned by Renzo Piano, featuring public beaches, specialized Handiplage accessibility, upscale restaurants, and shaded modern promenades.
Official Tourism Authorities:visitmonaco.com
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (90%)Private Concessions (10%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€10low season→€18August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Open public coastline with statutory right of access and free public recreational use.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Recommended for Shingle / Pebbles
Pebbles and dark sand become scorching hot by midday and challenging under barefoot tread.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Monte-Carlo. Accessible via regional coastal roads (43.746°N, 7.431°E).
•Calm, netted and lifeguarded; Monaco keeps it orderly.
•The principality's own beach, rebuilt in 2021 beneath the Monte-Carlo skyline.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
NCE · 25m drive20-35 min coastal road drive from Nice Airport (NCE).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Larvotto Beach
What is the water temperature at Larvotto Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Larvotto Beach averages 24.6°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Larvotto Beach?
Larvotto Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Monte-Carlo, Monaco.
Is Larvotto Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Larvotto Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Larvotto Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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