Monaci
41.192° N, 16.662° ERocky coast · facing north
About the beach
In the municipality of Giovinazzo, in the province of Bari (Apulia), Monaci is a rocky stretch of coast on the Adriatic Sea.
Orientation: north (18°). An offshore wind, i.e. the Ostro (S) or Libeccio (SW), keeps it calm; the Tramontane (N) or Gregale (NE) hits it from the sea and can raise waves.
Rocky seabed: water shoes help, and in calm seas it is good for snorkelling.
Bathing water rated excellent by the EEA (2025 season).
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 52 | 43 | 20°C |
| WED 14 oct | 28 | 31 | 19°C |
| THU 15 oct | 52 | 58 | 22°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 64 | 64 | 21°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 70 | 64 | 20°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 82 | 88 | 22°C |
| MON 19 oct | 70 | 73 | 21°C |
Where is Monaci
Monaci is located in the municipality of Giovinazzo, in the province of Bari, in Apulia. Coordinates: 41.19212, 16.66203.
1.0 km as the crow flies from the centre of Giovinazzo and 18 km from Bari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Monaci
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces north (18°): 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 |
Questions about Monaci
Can you swim at Monaci today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Monaci is 43/100 (To Avoid): waves 1.3 m, wind 31 km/h, temperature 20°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 Monaci?
Giovinazzo (BA), Apulia, 18 km as the crow flies from Bari.
Which wind is Monaci sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Ostro (S) or Libeccio (SW); exposed with the Tramontane (N) or Gregale (NE).
Is Monaci sandy or rocky?
Monaci is a rocky stretch of coast.
How is the water quality at Monaci?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).