Spiaggia Formicoli
38.660° N, 15.850° ESandy beach · facing northwest
About the beach
Spiaggia Formicoli, within Ricadi (the province of Vibo Valentia, Calabria), is a sandy beach on the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The beach faces northwest (318°). It is most sheltered when the Sirocco (SE) or Ostro (S) blows, as it comes from inland; with a Mistral (NW) or Tramontane (N) the wind blows from the sea onto the shore and can whip up waves.
Sandy bottom: easy entry into the water, just take care when the sea is rough.
Bathing water quality: excellent (European EEA classification, 2025 season).
7-day forecast
| Day | Morning | Afternoon | Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODAY 13 oct | 58 | 55 | 22°C |
| WED 14 oct | 50 | 43 | 20°C |
| THU 15 oct | 82 | 68 | 22°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 52 | 43 | 22°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 82 | 85 | 22°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 85 | 92 | 23°C |
| MON 19 oct | 94 | 79 | 25°C |
Where is Spiaggia Formicoli
Spiaggia Formicoli is located in the municipality of Ricadi, in the province of Vibo Valentia, in Calabria. Coordinates: 38.66023, 15.85020.
4.1 km as the crow flies from the centre of Ricadi and 22 km from Vibo Valentia, the provincial capital.
Spiaggia Formicoli is part of: Coast of the Gods.
Winds and shelter at Spiaggia Formicoli
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces northwest (318°): 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 | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Levante | east | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Sirocco | southeast | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Ostro | south | From inland: sheltered, calmer sea |
| Libeccio | southwest | Cross-shore, from inland: moderate effect |
| Ponente | west | Cross-shore, from the sea: some waves possible |
| Mistral | northwest | From the sea onto the shore: waves and rough sea |
Questions about Spiaggia Formicoli
Can you swim at Spiaggia Formicoli today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Spiaggia Formicoli is 55/100 (Choppy Sea): waves 0.8 m, wind 24 km/h, temperature 22°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 Spiaggia Formicoli?
Ricadi (VV), Calabria, 22 km as the crow flies from Vibo Valentia.
Which wind is Spiaggia Formicoli sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Sirocco (SE) or Ostro (S); exposed with the Mistral (NW) or Tramontane (N).
Is Spiaggia Formicoli sandy or rocky?
Spiaggia Formicoli is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Spiaggia Formicoli?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).