SkyOvercast with light rain
Cuevas del Almanzora · Almería
Cala Cristal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
170 mSand / Gravel
Daily high21 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Villaricos · 4.3 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 wind6 km/h · 8°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 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 90% chance of rain and wind E at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 16°High 21°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 2 km/h Gusts 12 km/h Humidity 52–90% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 27°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ W · 26 km/h Gusts 74 km/h Humidity 29–99% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 14°High 17°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 64–74% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 13°High 25°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 50–80% ☀ 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
Cala Cristal is an isolated beach of dark sand and gravel, 170 metres long and 15 metres wide, set against a mountainous landscape. According to the listing, the abundance of rocks makes it suitable for diving and fishing, although there is no area specifically reserved for diving. Its waters have moderate waves and occupancy is low. Access is difficult and on foot from the AL-7107, with an interurban bus service.
Length170 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width15 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / GravelPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeDifficult on footPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Villaricos marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Inmaculada · 45 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from AL- 7107.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Parking
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