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Tonnara del Secco is a BeachFinder spot in IT-S, IT. Today, compare water temperature 30°C, wind 4 km/h · E, uv 7.9, waves 0.0 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
30°C
Wind
4 km/h · E
UV
7.9
Waves
0.0 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 15, 10:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 15, 10:00 PM
Water temp
30°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
34°C
UV index
7.9
Wind
4 km/h · E
Gust 9 km/h
Waves
0.0 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Tonnara del Secco
Tonnara del Secco extends along the northwest coast of Sicily, in the province of Palermo, about 50 kilometers west of the regional capital. This stretch of the Tyrrhenian coast is characterized by a succession of small coves and pebble beaches, dominated by ochre and gray limestone cliffs that gradually slope towards a deep blue sea. The hinterland, covered with Mediterranean scrub and Aleppo pines, reinforces the wild character of this sparsely populated coast. The beach itself remains away from the intensive seaside development that characterizes San Vito Lo Capo, located 3.1 kilometers to the east. Unlike Lido al Sabbione (2.5 km) and Spiaggia Attrezzata per disabili (2.6 km), which receive more visitors, Tonnara del Secco retains a more secluded atmosphere, frequented mainly by locals and visitors seeking tranquility. The site owes its name to the old 'tonnara'—tuna canning factory—that once operated in the bay, a vestige of Sicilian fishing heritage. Access to this beach remains basic: no supervision facilities are present, and the lack of accessibility for people with reduced mobility limits its use. No beach flag, no designated parking, and no immediately accessible restaurant. This infrastructural nudity makes it a place for independent travelers, capable of making do with the essentials.
About this spot
The name Tonnara del Secco directly refers to the economic history of medieval and modern Sicily. Tonnare were tuna fishing and processing facilities, particularly prosperous between the 15th and 19th centuries along the Sicilian coasts. This one, like many others, gradually declined with industrialization and stock depletion. The stone walls of the old factory, partially preserved behind the beach, still bear witness to this bygone economy. Today, the site attracts divers and amateur historians exploring the submerged and terrestrial remains of that era.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Tonnara del Secco today?
30°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Tonnara del Secco today?
4 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Tonnara del Secco?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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