#148 European Rank
St Peter's Pool
Marsaxlokk, Malta•Mediterranean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Averater (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.66/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€35/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Rocky Cove
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Mild Chop
Gentle Wave Action
Moderate Cross-Breeze & Light ChopCove aspect: Faces S (180°) · 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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Good 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 (180°)
Cross-shore Breeze • Mild surface chop along the bay
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
S (180°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 90°
Spatial Geometry: Breeze out of W blows obliquely across the S-facing cove, generating manageable lateral drift.
Morning Coastal Brief for St Peter's Pool: Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. 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) · Marsaxlokk, Malta
Warm Bathwater
Early August
26.5°C
Air ~36°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 · 26.5°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.1°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 15.4°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 15.3°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 16.2°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.5°C | 31°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.1°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.1°C | 36°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 26.5°C | 36°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 25.6°C | 34°C | Warm Bathwater |
| October | 23.6°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 21.0°C | 27°C | Refreshing |
| December | 18.0°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Malta Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 6 Jun – 15 Nov (>21°C) · 162 days
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🏖️ St Peter's Pool (Marsaxlokk, Malta)
🌊 Water temperature: 26.5°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces S (sheltered from N winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/st-peter-s-pool-mt/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 & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality3.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About St Peter's Pool
A natural pool of deep clear water ringed by smooth flat limestone, Malta's favourite cliff-jumping spot.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Road and footpath access at Delimara Peninsula near Marsaxlokk
•Protected Status / Environment: Natural coastal limestone formation shaped by marine erosion
•Notable Feature: Natural limestone pool with flat rock ledges popular for cliff jumping, swimming, and snorkeling
Official Tourism Authorities:visitmalta.com
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
Mandatory Karst Water Shoes
Sharp limestone edges and potential sea urchins on karst shelves. Essential for safe entry.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Marsaxlokk. Accessible via regional coastal roads (35.828°N, 14.566°E).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching St Peter's Pool involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•A deep natural rock pool for swimming and cliff-jumping.
•A smooth-rock natural swimming pool near the fishing village of Marsaxlokk.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
MLA · 25m drive20-30 min transfer across Malta to coastal bays.
Ferry Connection: Ċirkewwa Ferry (for Gozo / Comino)
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Frequently Asked Questions about St Peter's Pool
What is the water temperature at St Peter's Pool?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at St Peter's Pool averages 26.5°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is St Peter's Pool?
St Peter's Pool is classified as a rocky cove shoreline located in Marsaxlokk, Malta.
Is St Peter's Pool good for families with kids?
St Peter's Pool has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at St Peter's Pool?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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