#359 European Rank
Maronti Beach
Ischia, Campania, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Giorgio Galeotti (CC BY 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.52/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€64/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Volcanic Black Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Calm & Glassy
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces SSW (200°) · 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 SSW (200°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
SSW (200°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 70°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the SSW-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Maronti 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) · Ischia, Campania, Italy
Warm Bathwater
Early August
26.2°C
Air ~34°C
Optimal thermal comfort; zero cold shock
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 · 26.2°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.0°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 14.3°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.3°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 15.6°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.7°C | 29°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.5°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.2°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 26.2°C | 34°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 24.3°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 21.7°C | 29°C | Refreshing |
| November | 19.1°C | 25°C | Refreshing |
| December | 16.6°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 3 Jun – 23 Oct (>21°C) · 143 days
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🏖️ Maronti Beach (Ischia, Campania, Italy)
🌊 Water temperature: 26.2°C
⛱️ Beach access: 25% free public sand • Sunbeds: €35–€85
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces SSW (sheltered from NNE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/maronti-beach-it/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 & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.5 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Maronti Beach
Ischia's longest strand, where volcanic hot springs steam up through dark sand beneath the village of Sant'Angelo.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Accessible via a winding panoramic road from Barano d'Ischia, walking path, or water taxi from Sant'Angelo.
•Protected Status / Environment: Island volcanic coastal environment with natural thermal fumaroles and Cavascura Roman baths.
•Notable Feature: Longest beach on Ischia (~3 km) with dark volcanic sand and steam vents.
Official Tourism Authorities:italia.it
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Heavily Commercialized Lido
Free Public Sand (25%)Private Concessions (75%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€35low season→€85August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Private sunbed concessions dominate the bay. Public free space is confined to narrow boundary strips.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Under Italian maritime law, the 5-meter shoreline zone (battigia) remains strictly free for transit and bathing. Arrive at the municipal spiaggia libera before 09:00.
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 Ischia, Campania. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.703°N, 13.898°E).
•Warm and calm, with natural hot springs seeping through the sand.
•Ischia's longest beach below Sant'Angelo, with steaming volcanic fumaroles.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
NAP · 50m driveTransfer from Naples (NAP) by coastal ferry or private scenic drive.
Ferry Connection: Molo Beverello (Naples Port for Capri/Positano)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Maronti Beach
What is the water temperature at Maronti Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Maronti Beach averages 26.2°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Maronti Beach?
Maronti Beach is classified as a volcanic black sand shoreline located in Ischia, Campania, Italy.
Is Maronti Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Maronti Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Maronti Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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