SkyPartly cloudy
Níjar · Almería
Playa de Ancón de Cabo de Gata
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
450 mSand
Daily high28 °CUV6JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 wind2 km/h · 1°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind NE at 25 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ N · 22 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 30–82% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 18°High 26°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ NE · 17 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 49–86% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
High cloud
Low 18°High 21°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 60–81% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 18°High 31°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 45–90% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 Ancón de Cabo de Gata, also called Corralete, is an unspoilt beach in the Cabo de Gata-Níjar Maritime-Terrestrial Natural Park, declared a Biosphere Reserve. Its position can be appreciated from the high road that runs along the cape, from where the views mentioned in the listing are obtained. The beach is 450 metres long and 22 metres wide, with golden sand, vegetation and moderate waves. It is reached by car via the AL-3115, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles and an interurban bus service.
Length450 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width22 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urban / MountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include a cleaning service and sunbed hire.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico de San José marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo · 23 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AL-3115.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa de Ancón de Cabo de GataWhere to stay
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