#424 European Rank
Spiaggia Grande
Positano, Amalfi, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.47/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€67/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 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 Spiaggia Grande: 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) · Positano, Amalfi, 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 | 15.1°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 | 25.1°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 26.2°C | 34°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 24.3°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 21.8°C | 29°C | Refreshing |
| November | 19.3°C | 25°C | Refreshing |
| December | 16.8°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 – 25 Oct (>21°C) · 144 days
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🏖️ Spiaggia Grande (Positano, Amalfi, Italy)
🌊 Water temperature: 26.2°C
⛱️ Beach access: 20% free public sand • Sunbeds: €40–€95
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces SSW (sheltered from NNE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/positano-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 Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing3.7 / 5
About Spiaggia Grande
The pebbly stage below Positano’s tumble of pastel houses.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Pedestrian-only access via descending staircases and alleyways through Positano village to the sea, or directly via ferry/boat to the adjacent Positano pier.
•Protected Status / Environment: Core coastal zone of the Amalfi Coast (Costiera Amalfitana), inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage cultural landscape.
•Notable Feature: Iconic 300-meter dark volcanic pebble and sand beach acting as the lively center of Positano, framed directly beneath the vertical cascade of colorful pastel cliffside houses and the Church of Santa Maria Assunta.
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 (20%)Private Concessions (80%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€40low season→€95August 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: A narrow public sector (spiaggia libera) sits on the far right flank; central and left sectors are densely occupied by historic lidos.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Typical Rate: ~€35/day
EasyPark AppCash-Only Attendant / Guardian
Carry €5–€10 in cash coins; attendants in remote coves often lack POS card terminals.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Direct Sun Cutoff: ~17:00 in August
Limestone walls cast shade over the sand 2 to 4 hours before sunset. Arrive early morning for warm swimming light.
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
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Positano, Amalfi. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.628°N, 14.484°E).
•Deep, clear.
•Beneath a cascading cliff town.
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 Spiaggia Grande
What is the water temperature at Spiaggia Grande?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Spiaggia Grande averages 26.2°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Spiaggia Grande?
Spiaggia Grande is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Positano, Amalfi, Italy.
Is Spiaggia Grande good for families with kids?
Yes, Spiaggia Grande is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Spiaggia Grande?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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