#89 European Rank
Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere
Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Italy•Tyrrhenian Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Davide Mauro (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.70/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
27.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€49/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Volcanic Black Sand
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Wind-Exposed
Calm & Glassy
Exposed to Onshore Surf & ChopCove aspect: Faces SW (220°) · 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 SW (220°)
Onshore Wind • Waves and surface chop pushed into the beach
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
SW (220°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 50°
Spatial Geometry: Wind from W pushes unobstructed over the open sea directly onto the SW-facing coast, generating breaking chop.
Morning Coastal Brief for Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere: 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) · Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Italy
Warm Bathwater
Early August
27.1°C
Air ~35°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 · 27.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.2°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 14.4°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.7°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 15.9°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.8°C | 30°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.8°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.9°C | 35°C | Warm Bathwater |
| August | 27.1°C | 35°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 25.3°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 22.7°C | 30°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 19.8°C | 26°C | Refreshing |
| December | 17.0°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Italy Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 1 Jun – 2 Nov (>21°C) · 154 days
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🏖️ Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere (Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Italy)
🌊 Water temperature: 27.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces SW (sheltered from NE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/spiaggia-sabbie-nere-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 & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.5 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere
One of Italy's rare black-sand beaches, born of Vulcano's smouldering volcanic slopes.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Baia di Ponente on Vulcano island; 10-minute walk west from the Porto di Levante ferry and hydrofoil terminal.
•Geology / Environment: Natural fine black volcanic sand created by the erosion of dark basaltic lava flows and obsidian rocks.
•Notable Feature: Sheltered west-facing bay with sunset views towards Filicudi; close to the geothermal thermal mud pools (Fanghi di Vulcano).
Official Tourism Authorities:visitsicily.info
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
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
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Vulcano, Aeolian Islands. Accessible via regional coastal roads (38.416°N, 14.953°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•Gently shelving and warm.
•Volcanic island with sulphur fumaroles nearby.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Italy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere
What is the water temperature at Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere averages 27.1°C (81°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere?
Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere is classified as a volcanic black sand shoreline located in Vulcano, Aeolian Islands, Italy.
Is Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere good for families with kids?
Yes, Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Spiaggia delle Sabbie Nere?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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