#382 European Rank
Qeparo Beach
near Himarë, Albania•Ionian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Decius (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.50/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.3°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€29/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Wind-Exposed
Calm & Glassy
Exposed to Onshore Surf & ChopCove aspect: Faces WSW (240°) · Wind: W (270°)
Onshore wind (12 km/h) is pushing open-sea swell directly into the bay, creating active breaking waves and reduced visibility.
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°) · ONSHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces WSW (240°)
Onshore Wind • Waves and surface chop pushed into the beach
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
WSW (240°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 30°
Spatial Geometry: Wind from W pushes unobstructed over the open sea directly onto the WSW-facing coast, generating breaking chop.
Morning Coastal Brief for Qeparo Beach: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Onshore wind (12 km/h) is pushing open-sea swell directly into the bay, creating active breaking waves and reduced visibility. 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) · near Himarë, Albania
Ideal Swimming
Early August
25.3°C
Air ~34°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 · 25.3°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.4°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 14.7°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.8°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 16.0°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.9°C | 29°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.1°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 23.9°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 25.3°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 24.3°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 22.2°C | 29°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 19.8°C | 25°C | Refreshing |
| December | 17.1°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Albania Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 4 Jun – 31 Oct (>21°C) · 148 days
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🏖️ Qeparo Beach (near Himarë, Albania)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.3°C
⛱️ Beach access: 70% free public sand • Sunbeds: €12–€25
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces WSW (sheltered from ENE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/qeparo-beach-al/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 & Setting4.4 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.9 / 5
About Qeparo Beach
A long, quiet Riviera beach below Qeparo's hillside stone village, backed by olive groves and clear turquoise water.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Direct vehicular access from the SH8 coastal highway along the lower village waterfront promenade.
•Protected Status / Environment: Situated below the protected historic village of Upper Qeparo (Qeparo i Sipërm) in the Himarë coastal area.
•Notable Feature: Wide tranquil pebble-and-sand bay flanked by olive groves, stone villas, and calm clear Ionian waters.
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Balanced Concession Mix
Free Public Sand (70%)Private Concessions (30%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€12low season→€25August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Regulated municipal umbrellas alongside spacious free public sectors. Ample towel space available.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Municipal regulations mandate open public sectors alternating between private beach lounge concessions.
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
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near near Himarë. Accessible via regional coastal roads (40.028°N, 19.820°E).
•Clear, calm and gently shelving.
•Below the hillside old village of Qeparo, between olive groves and the sea south of Himarë.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
TIA · 120m driveFly to Tirana (TIA) and drive south via the scenic coastal highway, or take the 30-min express ferry from Corfu (CFU) to Sarandë.
Ferry Connection: Port of Sarandë (30m hydrofoil from Corfu CFU)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Qeparo Beach
What is the water temperature at Qeparo Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Qeparo Beach averages 25.3°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Qeparo Beach?
Qeparo Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in near Himarë, Albania.
Is Qeparo Beach good for families with kids?
Qeparo Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Qeparo Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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