SkyOvercast with light rain
Vélez-Málaga · Málaga
Playa de Almayate
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
3,600 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high24 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Torre del Mar · 3 km
Now
Forecast for 17:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival
Forecast wind and the regional coastline orientation are less favourable for jellyfish transport towards the shore. This is a limited-confidence regional physical indicator; it does not confirm the presence or absence of jellyfish at this beach.
Accumulated wind1 km/h · 66°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 23 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 23 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 28 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 18°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 5 km/h Gusts 60 km/h Humidity 53–90% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy
Low 17°High 23°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ NW · 4 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 56–100% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 15°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 73–82% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ SW · 5 km/h Humidity 65–85% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de Almayate, also called Bajamar, is a very extensive and lightly frequented beach in a very lightly developed area. Its 3,600 metres of length and 50 metres of width form a semi-urban frontage of dark sand, with vegetation, anchorage and moderate swell; the listing also records naturist use and environmental certification. It is reached by car via the N-340, with parking for more than 100 vehicles and an interurban bus service 200 metres away. It has showers, hospitality services, a sports area and lifeguarding.
Length3,600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicNaturism
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, an anchorage and the nearby La Caleta de Vélez marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus (Málaga-Vélez) · 200 m away
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal Axarquía · 7 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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