SkyOvercast with light rain
Níjar · Almería
Cala de la Media Luna
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
185 mSand
Daily high21 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 wind15 km/h · 26°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 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind W at 5 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 15°High 21°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 24 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 47–91% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 22°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SW · 28 km/h Gusts 72 km/h Humidity 58–91% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 13°High 16°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 65–79% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 13°High 22°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 55–90% ☀ 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 de la Media Luna is a small cove of dark sand set beneath a cliff frontage, within Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park and its Biosphere Reserve. It is 185 metres long and 37 metres wide, surrounded by vegetation and offering calm waters, although occupancy is high despite its isolated character. Access is easy on foot or by car via the AL-3115, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles and an interurban bus service. Facilities are limited to litter bins and a cleaning service.
Length185 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width37 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico de San José marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo · 30 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.
Parking
near Cala de la Media Luna
1
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
460 mapprox.
2
Parking Playa MónsulFree according to OSM · Public access
475 mapprox.
3
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
764 mapprox.
4
ParkingAccess not specified
950 mapprox.
5
Playa GenovesesFree according to OSM · Public access
2.9 kmapprox.
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