Apulia is a coastal area of Italy on the Adriatic Sea, with 28 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 13°C in the coolest month to 26°C at the summer peak, with roughly 5 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.
Apulia
28 tracked beaches in Apulia, Italy, with live Adriatic Sea temperatures.
Sea
Adriatic Sea
Avg sea temp now
24.1°C
Best months
June – October
Best time to swim in Apulia
The sea in Apulia peaks in August, when the water averages around 26°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – October, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 5 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and November are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 16°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 13°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Apulia sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Apulia shows an annual mean sea temperature of 19°C, ranging from 13°C in winter to 26°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 13°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Apulia, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Jan
14°C
Feb
13°C
Mar
14°C
Apr
16°C
May
19°C
Jun
23°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
24°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
18°C
Dec
15°C
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Apulia sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Apulia?
August is the warmest month in Apulia, when the sea averages about 26°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Apulia?
The coldest month in Apulia is typically February, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Apulia without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Apulia runs from June – October — about 5 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Apulia?
Outside peak summer the water in Apulia drops toward 16°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Apulia?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Apulia is about 19°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Apulia?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Apulia, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Beaches in the Apulia
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1PugnochiusoVieste, Italy24.6°C
- 2Otranto BeachOtranto, Italy24.6°C
- 3Grotta della PoesiaMelendugno, Italy24.6°C
- 4Torre VadoMorciano di Leuca, Italy24.6°C
- 5Baia dei TurchiOtranto, Italy24.5°C
- 6Punta ProsciuttoPorto Cesareo, Italy24.5°C
- 7Lido SilvanaPulsano, Italy24.5°C
- 8Monopoli Cala Porto RossoMonopoli, Italy24.5°C
- 9AliminiOtranto, Italy24.4°C
- 10PuritàGallipoli, Italy24.4°C
- 11PeschiciPeschici, Italy24.4°C
- 12PescoluseSalve, Italy24.2°C
- 13Pilone BeachOstuni, Italy24.1°C
- 14Rosa MarinaOstuni, Italy24.1°C
- 15Baia di CampiVieste, Italy24.1°C
- 16San MenaioVico del Gargano, Italy24.1°C
- 17Torre GuacetoCarovigno, Italy24.0°C
- 18Polignano Cala PortoPolignano a Mare, Italy24.0°C
- 19Baia VerdeGallipoli, Italy23.9°C
- 20Porto Cesareo BeachPorto Cesareo, Italy23.8°C
- 21Torre LapilloPorto Cesareo, Italy23.8°C
- 22Torre CanneFasano, Italy23.8°C
- 23Cala CorvinoMonopoli, Italy23.6°C
- 24Baia dei TurchiOtranto, Italy23.5°C
- 25Marina di PulsanoPulsano, Italy23.5°C
- 26Mattinata BeachMattinata, Italy23.4°C
- 27PescoluseSalve, Italy23.4°C
- 28Torre San GiovanniUgento, Italy23.4°C
Swimming in the Apulia — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Apulia in September?
The Adriatic Sea off the Apulia averages about 24.0°C in September, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in the Apulia?
The Apulia is warmest in August (around 26.0°C) and coldest in February (around 13.0°C). There are typically 4 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in the Apulia?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Apulia averages about 19.0°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Apulia?
In peak season (around August, ~26.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 13.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.