What beaches in Europe have the warmest water?

CROATIA. Boasting one of the most stunning coastlines in Europe, Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast is a water lovers paradise, long into September. With sea temperatures around 24.4°C/75.9°F, enjoy the many beaches of the mainland or the islands, or hop aboard a cruise for endless swims out at sea in crystal waters.



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The hottest ocean area is in the Persian Gulf, where water temperatures at the surface exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

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1. Torrente de Pareis, Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain. Voted the most beautiful beach in Europe, the small Torrente de Pareis island has two ways to be reached, according to EBD: One sporty, the other...for those who prefer less adventurous routes.

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Glyfada (Corfu) water temperatures peak in the range 25 to 27°C (77 to 81°F) on around the 14th of August and are at their lowest on about the 20th of February, in the range 14 to 15°C (57 to 59°F). Year round warm water temperatures at Glyfada (Corfu) climb to their maximum in mid August.

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Iceland had the highest clean water index score In Europe in 2022, achieving 86 out of 100. This shows that pollution levels of estuarine, coastal, and open ocean waters in the country were minimal.

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Currents coming from the Atlantic Ocean, right from the strait of Gibraltar, cool down our sea water. February has in fact the coldest sea temperature of the year, 13ºC/55ºF.

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1. The Maldives. The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, have around 1,190 islands and sandbanks. A lagoon with crystal clear water encircles all the islands, which are protected by a reef structure that is home to an array of underwater life.

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Elafonisi, Crete. The island of Elafonisi in Crete, Greece is often referred to as the Maldives of the Mediterranean. The island is located on the southwest coast of Crete and is renowned for its crystal clear, shallow waters. It's also known for its pink sand.

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For the cleanest water in Europe: The Lobau River, Austria Austria has the cleanest bathing water in Europe, according to the European Environment Agency. Nearly 98 per cent of its bathing areas - where people regularly swim - were given an 'excellent' rating last year.

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The warmest region throughout the year is the south-east Aegean: Kos, Rhodes, Bodrum and Marmaris. Except for June and July where also the Ionian, Saronic and Cyclades areas are as warm as the south-east Aegean.

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South Crete is generally a couple of °C warmer (but water temperatures are roughly similar). The east of the island, has less rain than the north and especially the north-west.

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