You can enjoy almost 5 km of beaches which are all accessible by public transport and have all the necessary amenities for you to swim in the biggest swimming pool of all: the sea.
Can you swim in the Mediterranean at Barcelona?
The beach swimming season in Barcelona is generally from May to mid-September when the Barcelona seawater temperature is most comfortable for swimming. All Barcelona beaches have the European blue flag of excellence awarded for water quality and services.
Is Barcelona beach water clear?
Sant Sebastià BeachLocated in the Cuitat Vella district of Barcelona, this long and wide stretch of golden sand is one of the oldest and most popular beaches in the city. Its clear turquoise waters provide a refreshing escape from the city heat, making it an ideal spot for swimming and water activities.
Are Barcelona beaches swimmable?
Is the ocean water cold in Barcelona?
The graph below shows the range of monthly Barcelona water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data. The warmest water temperature is in August with an average around 75.9°F / 24.4°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 55.4°F / 13.0°C.
How clean are the beaches in Barcelona?
Barcelona's beaches are cleaned daily early in the morning and the water quality is tested daily and is very high. So if you get there early the beaches will be very clean and the water will be clear and fresh. You can check the water quality and temperature on the official Barcelona beach website.
What is the warmest month in Barcelona Spain?
AugustJuly and August are the warmest months, with average temperatures around 28–29 °C (82–84 °F) during the day and 22–23 °C (72–73 °F) at night.