Europe's Warmest Beaches for an October Half-Term Getaway

Families seeking a last-minute autumn escape can still find sunshine on European beaches, with temperatures on some destinations reaching over 23C (73.4F) in October.

Analysis by airport transfer experts at Hoppa has identified ten European beaches that remain warm enough for a late-season getaway during the October half-term break. The data indicates that many popular spots are still offering pleasant weather, with some even exceeding 20C (68F).

Warmest Destinations

Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa, Cyprus, ranks as the warmest beach, averaging a balmy 23.4C in October. This 500m white sandy bay features clear turquoise waters. Flights to Larnaca, the nearest airport, can be found for as little as £35 one-way from London with Wizz Air.

Another Cypriot option, Coral Bay in the Paphos area, comes in second with average October temperatures of 22.1C. This Blue Flag beach is surrounded by bars and restaurants. Flights to Paphos Airport are available from £29 from London.

Greece features prominently on the list, with Faliraki Beach and St Paul's Bay on the island of Rhodes both averaging 21.8C in October. Faliraki Beach stretches for 5km of golden sand, while St Paul's Bay is a sheltered cove near Lindos, offering access to local shops and cafes, as well as the Acropolis of Lindos.

Canary Islands and Beyond

In the Canary Islands, Playa del Inglés in Gran Canaria boasts temperatures of around 21.2C in October and offers a range of water sports and amenities. Flights to Gran Canaria start from £23 this month from London.

Tenerife also features two popular beaches: Playa del Duque and Playa de las Américas. Both locations average 20.7C in October. Playa del Duque is a Blue Flag beach with a vibrant seafront promenade, while Playa de las Américas is described as a family-friendly spot with half a kilometer of golden sand. Flights to Tenerife are available from £28 one-way from London.

Ibiza's Bossa Beach, the island's longest beach, averages 20.6C in October. It offers sand, sunbeds, and nearby beach clubs. Flights to Ibiza are priced at £24 each way from London.

Italy's Spiaggia di Isola Bella in Sicily offers average temperatures of 20.2C in October. This pebbled and shale beach is also a nature reserve. Flights to Catania Fontanarossa Airport, the closest to the beach, are available for £20 each way.

Rounding off the top ten is Myrtos Beach in Kefalonia, Greece, known for its smooth white pebbles and averaging 20.1C in October. Flights to Kefalonia cost £28 each way.