Great news, beach lovers! Almost all bays in Malta & Gozo are safe for swimming today
Just Sliema (Malta) and Xlendi (Gozo) are not recommended for swimming.
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect day to hit the beach, this is it! According to the latest updates from Maltese Islands Weather based on current sea conditions – including wave activity and jellyfish presence – almost all swimming zones across Malta and Gozo are marked safe for swimming.
On Malta, the following beaches have been deemed safe for swimmers today: Marfa, Ramla l-Bir, Little Armier, Armier Bay, Mellieħa, Imġiebaħ, Mistra Bay, St. Paul's Bay, Qawra, Baħar iċ-Ċagħaq, St. George's Bay, Rinella Bay, Marsaxlokk, Pretty Bay, Wied iż-Żurrieq, Għar Lapsi, Fomm ir-Riħ, Ġnejna Bay, Għajn Tuffieħa, Golden Bay, Anchor Bay, Paradise Bay, Marsaskala, St. Thomas Bay, and Ħofriet.
On Gozo, the water’s just as inviting at: Wied il-Għasri, Xwejni Bay, Qbajjar, Marsalforn, Ramla l-Ħamra, Mġarr ix-Xini, Dwejra, Dwejra Inland Sea, San Blas Bay, Daħlet Qorrot, and Ħondoq ir-Rummien.
Only two beaches are currently not recommended for swimming: Sliema (Malta) and Xlendi (Gozo).
As always, it’s best to stay informed and check official updates before heading out, especially during jellyfish season.
So, grab your beach bag, some sunscreen, and a towel, and enjoy a dip in the Mediterranean while conditions are looking great!
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