The official yearly EU classification for the 2025 season, from water samples taken last summer (and the 3 summers before). It does not show today’s water. Source: the European Environment Agency (EEA), as reported by Albania.
Velipoja beach questions
Is today a good day to swim in Velipoja?
Today is not a swimming day in Velipoja (0/10): waves up to 2.1 m and 100% chance of rain. This is our own estimate from the weather and sea forecast.
How warm is the sea in Velipoja?
Today the sea is about 19°C; the November average is 19°C. Above 21°C most people find it pleasant; below 19°C it feels cold. Sea temperature along the coast.
Is the water clean in Velipoja?
Of 7 tested sites, the EU class for 2025 ranges from “good” to “sufficient”. It is based on E. coli and enterococci bacteria in summer samples; it does not measure litter or how clear the water is.
How do you work out the 0–10 score for Velipoja?
We start at 10 and take points off for a cold sea (below 19°C), waves (over 1 m is rough for children), wind (over 30 km/h), cool air, rain chance, clouds and extreme UV. A day with thunderstorms is never a swimming day. Today in Velipoja the main deductions are: waves up to 2.1 m, 100% chance of rain. Always follow the beach flags and lifeguards.
When to go
No good day this week; the best
Today · Not for swimming (0/10)
Our own estimate from the weather and sea forecast, not an official rating. Follow the beach flags.