SkyPartly cloudy
Níjar · Almería
Cala Chica
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
225 mSand
Water25 °CDaily high28 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.
Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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
Confirmed information
Published status
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 27 °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, water temperature around 25 °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% ◉ Water 25° ☀ 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% ◉ Water 25° ☀ 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% ◉ Water 25° ☀ 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
Sea state
Sea conditions
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Mar tranquila
Water temperature25 °C
WindN · 22 km/h
Referencia: Cala Chica · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C.
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
Cala Chica is an isolated beach of golden sand, surrounded by steep mountains and protected within Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park, declared a Biosphere Reserve. Its 225-metre length and 30-metre width form a setting of vegetation, calm waters and low occupancy. Access is along dirt tracks between the mountains, although it is listed as easy on foot. The AL-3108 road and the interurban bus service are the arrival references, and there is a cleaning service.
Length225 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico de San José marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo · 30 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from AL-3108.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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