Scaletta
40.942° N, 17.317° ESandy beach · facing northeast
About the beach
Scaletta is a sandy beach in the municipality of Monopoli, in the province of Bari (Apulia), on the Adriatic Sea.
Facing northeast (48°), it is sheltered with the Libeccio (SW) or Ponente (W); with the Gregale (NE) or Levante (E), 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 | 52 | 52 | 20°C |
| WED 14 oct | 34 | 40 | 19°C |
| THU 15 oct | 52 | 52 | 21°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 52 | 52 | 20°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 58 | 64 | 19°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 94 | 76 | 22°C |
| MON 19 oct | 73 | 64 | 21°C |
Where is Scaletta
Scaletta is located in the municipality of Monopoli, in the province of Bari, in Apulia. Coordinates: 40.94159, 17.31748.
1.9 km as the crow flies from the centre of Monopoli and 43 km from Bari, the provincial capital.
Winds and shelter at Scaletta
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces northeast (48°): what matters is where it comes from relative to the coast, not just its strength.
| Wind | From | Effect here |
|---|---|---|
| Tramontane | north | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Gregale | northeast | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Levante | east | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
| Sirocco | southeast | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Ostro | south | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Libeccio | southwest | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Ponente | west | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Mistral | northwest | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
Questions about Scaletta
Can you swim at Scaletta today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Scaletta is 52/100 (Choppy Sea): waves 1.4 m, wind 29 km/h, temperature 20°C. Better to choose another beach. The score is updated twice a day based on waves, wind relative to the beach's orientation, rain and temperature.
Where is Scaletta?
Monopoli (BA), Apulia, 43 km as the crow flies from Bari.
Which wind is Scaletta sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Libeccio (SW) or Ponente (W); exposed with the Gregale (NE) or Levante (E).
Is Scaletta sandy or rocky?
Scaletta is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Scaletta?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).