Irto
39.037° N, 17.166° ESandy beach · facing northeast
About the beach
Irto is a sandy beach in the municipality of Crotone, in the province of Crotone (Calabria), on the Ionian Sea.
Facing northeast (29°), it is sheltered with the Libeccio (SW) or Ostro (S); with the Gregale (NE) or Tramontane (N), which comes from the sea, it gets rougher.
Sandy bottom: easy entry into the water, just take care when the sea is rough.
In the latest European EEA classification (2025 season) the bathing water is rated excellent.
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 37 | 31 | 22°C |
| WED 14 oct | 28 | 31 | 20°C |
| THU 15 oct | 43 | 46 | 23°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 52 | 46 | 24°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 48 | 59 | 20°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 91 | 79 | 22°C |
| MON 19 oct | 64 | 64 | 23°C |
Where is Irto
Irto is located in the municipality of Crotone, in the province of Crotone, in Calabria. Coordinates: 39.03699, 17.16606.
It is 5.9 km as the crow flies from the centre of Crotone, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Irto
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces northeast (29°): what matters is where it comes from relative to the coast, not just its strength.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Gregale | northeast | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Levante | east | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Sirocco | southeast | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Ostro | south | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Libeccio | southwest | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Ponente | west | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Mistral | northwest | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
When the Ostro (S) blows, the wind comes from inland here, while Baia Alfieri (2.8 km), facing southeast, gets it from the sea.
With the Tramontane (N) it's better to move to Baia Alfieri (2.8 km): it faces southeast and stays sheltered.
Questions about Irto
Can you swim at Irto today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Irto is 31/100 (To Avoid): waves 1.6 m, wind 33 km/h, temperature 22°C. Today the sea is not friendly. The score is updated twice a day based on waves, wind relative to the beach's orientation, rain and temperature.
Where is Irto?
Crotone (KR), Calabria.
Which wind is Irto sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Libeccio (SW) or Ostro (S); exposed with the Gregale (NE) or Tramontane (N).
Is Irto sandy or rocky?
Irto is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Irto?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).
With the Ostro: Irto or Baia Alfieri?
Irto: it faces northeast and the Ostro blows from inland. Baia Alfieri (2.8 km) faces southeast and gets it from the sea.