Liguria is a coastal area of Italy on the Ligurian Sea, with 37 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.
Liguria
37 tracked beaches in Liguria, Italy, with live Ligurian Sea temperatures.
Sea
Ligurian Sea
Avg sea temp now
24.0°C
Best months
June – October
Best time to swim in Liguria
The sea in Liguria 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.
Liguria sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Liguria 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 Liguria, 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.
Liguria sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Liguria?
August is the warmest month in Liguria, when the sea averages about 26°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Liguria?
The coldest month in Liguria is typically February, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Liguria without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Liguria 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 Liguria?
Outside peak summer the water in Liguria 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 Liguria?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Liguria is about 19°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Liguria?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Liguria, 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 Liguria
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1Alassio BeachAlassio, Italy24.6°C
- 2Vernazza BeachVernazza, Italy24.5°C
- 3Riomaggiore BeachRiomaggiore, Italy24.5°C
- 4Camogli BeachCamogli, Italy24.5°C
- 5Baia dei DelfiniBergeggi, Italy24.5°C
- 6RapalloRapallo, Italy24.5°C
- 7LavagnaLavagna, Italy24.5°C
- 8San TerenzoLerici, Italy24.5°C
- 9Baia dei SaraceniVarigotti, Italy24.4°C
- 10Spotorno BeachSpotorno, Italy24.3°C
- 11MalpassoFinale Ligure, Italy24.3°C
- 12Diano MarinaDiano Marina, Italy24.3°C
- 13FramuraFramura, Italy24.3°C
- 14Baia del SilenzioSestri Levante, Italy24.2°C
- 15Baia delle FavoleSestri Levante, Italy24.2°C
- 16Varigotti BeachFinale Ligure, Italy24.1°C
- 17Sanremo BeachSanremo, Italy24.1°C
- 18Lerici BeachLerici, Italy24.0°C
- 19Tellaro BeachLerici, Italy24.0°C
- 20Marinella di SarzanaSarzana, Italy24.0°C
- 21Paraggi BeachSanta Margherita Ligure, Italy23.9°C
- 22Levanto BeachLevanto, Italy23.8°C
- 23Portofino ParaggiPortofino, Italy23.8°C
- 24FiascherinoLerici, Italy23.8°C
- 25Spiaggia di Punta CrenaVarigotti, Italy23.7°C
- 26Spiaggia di San FruttuosoCamogli, Italy23.6°C
- 27Finale Ligure BeachFinale Ligure, Italy23.6°C
- 28BordigheraBordighera, Italy23.6°C
- 29ChiavariChiavari, Italy23.6°C
- 30Deiva MarinaDeiva Marina, Italy23.6°C
- 31Bagni MarinaAlassio, Italy23.5°C
- 32Bagni LidoAlassio, Italy23.4°C
- 33LaiguegliaLaigueglia, Italy23.4°C
- 34Riva TrigosoSestri Levante, Italy23.4°C
- 35BonassolaBonassola, Italy23.4°C
- 36Moneglia BeachMoneglia, Italy23.3°C
- 37FinalpiaFinale Ligure, Italy23.3°C
Swimming in the Liguria — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Liguria in September?
The Ligurian Sea off the Liguria 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 Liguria?
The Liguria 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 Liguria?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Liguria averages about 19.0°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Liguria?
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.