Zaiana
41.946° N, 16.041° ESandy beach · facing north
About the beach
Zaiana is a sandy beach in the municipality of Peschici, in the province of Foggia (Apulia), on the Adriatic Sea.
Facing north (1°), it is sheltered with the Ostro (S) or Libeccio (SW); with the Tramontane (N) or Gregale (NE), 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 | 47 | 43 | 19°C |
| WED 14 oct | 52 | 43 | 19°C |
| THU 15 oct | 60 | 55 | 22°C |
| FRI 16 oct | 56 | 59 | 21°C |
| SAT 17 oct | 79 | 73 | 20°C |
| SUN 18 oct | 85 | 64 | 21°C |
| MON 19 oct | 61 | 70 | 21°C |
Where is Zaiana
Zaiana is located in the municipality of Peschici, in the province of Foggia, in Apulia. Coordinates: 41.94574, 16.04138.
2.2 km as the crow flies from the centre of Peschici and 68 km from Foggia, the provincial capital.
Zaiana is part of: Gargano.
Winds and shelter at Zaiana
The effect of each wind on this beach, which faces north (1°): 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 Zaiana
Can you swim at Zaiana today?
Today (afternoon) the sea score at Zaiana is 43/100 (To Avoid): waves 1.2 m, wind 26 km/h, temperature 19°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 Zaiana?
Peschici (FG), Apulia, 68 km as the crow flies from Foggia.
Which wind is Zaiana sheltered from?
Sheltered with the Ostro (S) or Libeccio (SW); exposed with the Tramontane (N) or Gregale (NE).
Is Zaiana sandy or rocky?
Zaiana is a sandy beach.
How is the water quality at Zaiana?
Excellent (EEA classification, 2025 season).