#298 European Rank
Side Kumköy Beach
Side, Antalya, Turkey•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Robert Helvie (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.57/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
28.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€41/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Calm & Glassy
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces S (175°) · 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 (175°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
S (175°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 95°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the S-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for Side Kumköy 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) · Side, Antalya, Turkey
Warm Bathwater
Early August
28.9°C
Air ~37°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 · 28.9°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.8°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 17.0°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 17.0°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 18.1°C | 29°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 21.2°C | 32°C | Refreshing |
| June | 24.9°C | 35°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 27.8°C | 37°C | Warm Bathwater |
| August | 28.9°C | 37°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 27.8°C | 35°C | Warm Bathwater |
| October | 25.1°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 22.0°C | 28°C | Ideal Swimming |
| December | 19.5°C | 25°C | Refreshing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Turkey Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 13 May – 27 Nov (>21°C) · 198 days
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🏖️ Side Kumköy Beach (Side, Antalya, Turkey)
🌊 Water temperature: 28.9°C
⛱️ Beach access: 75% free public sand • Sunbeds: €10–€22
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/side-kumkoy-tr/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 Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Side Kumköy Beach
All-inclusive ease along Side's sandy resort mile, with a Roman theatre and the Temple of Apollo a promenade walk away.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located ~4 km northwest of historic Side peninsula in Manavgat district, directly accessible via coastal roads and frequent dolmuş minibuses.
•Protected Status / Environment: Developed Mediterranean resort coastline monitored for environmental and bathing water quality.
•Notable Feature: Wide stretch of fine golden sand with very gentle entry and shallow seabed, surrounded by extensive resort promenades and water sports amenities.
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (75%)Private Concessions (25%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€10low season→€22August 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: Public beach areas (Halk Plajı) offer free open sand alongside municipal umbrella rentals.
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
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Side, Antalya. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.797°N, 31.361°E).
•Sandy-bottomed and gently shelving; tame, family-friendly water.
•The resort strip 4 km west of Side's peninsula, joined to the Roman theatre and Temple of Apollo by a seafront promenade.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
AYT · 25m drive25-min transfer from Antalya International Airport (AYT).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Side Kumköy Beach
What is the water temperature at Side Kumköy Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Side Kumköy Beach averages 28.9°C (84°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Side Kumköy Beach?
Side Kumköy Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Side, Antalya, Turkey.
Is Side Kumköy Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Side Kumköy Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Side Kumköy Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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