SkyCloudy with light rain
L'Alfàs del Pi · Alicante
Cala del Médico
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
100 mCobbles / Rock
Water20 °CDaily high22 °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 wind1 km/h · 233°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 cloudy with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 75% chance of rain and wind SW at 9 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 18°High 22°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonCloudy with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 60–85% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 17°High 25°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SW · 22 km/h Gusts 52 km/h Humidity 40–95% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 25 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 61–68% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 55–75% ☀ UV 2
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 del Médico, also called Cala del Metge, is one of a group of three small isolated coves near Faro de Punta Albir, together with La Mina and El Amerador. Its pebble and rocky shore measures 100 metres long and just 4 metres wide, within a specially protected natural setting in the Red Natura 2000 network, with vegetation and an anchorage area. Access on foot is difficult and there is a danger of falling rocks, signposted on site. Naturist use is permitted and there is a cleaning service.
Length100 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width4 mPublished average width
CompositionCobbles / RockPredominant material
SettingNaturalLevel of development
Coastal settingSpecially protected natural areaSurrounding landscape
Access typeDifficult on footPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available characteristicNaturism
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto de Altea y Club Náutico marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusUrban bus, Route Albir - Altea
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de la Marina Baixa · 24 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from Ctra. Albir - Altea.
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 Cala del Médico
1
coco loco beachRestaurant in L'Alfàs del Pi
596 mapprox.
2
Pizzeria Bel MarRestaurant in L'Alfàs del Pi
616 mapprox.
3
Pollo Tío PepeCarretera de l'Albir 8, l'Alfàs del Pi
633 mapprox.
4
La Estancia ParrillaAvinguda de l'Albir 2, L'Albir
652 mapprox.
5
Único Restaurante & ArroceríaAvinguda Óscar Esplá 4, L'Albir
664 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Cala del Médico
1
D·Origen Coffee RoastersAvinguda Óscar Esplá 8, l'Alfàs del Pi
753 mapprox.
2
family supermarket albirCafé in L'Alfàs del Pi
883 mapprox.
3
restaurante italiano perroneCafé in L'Alfàs del Pi
891 mapprox.
4
EucaliptusBar in L'Alfàs del Pi
950 mapprox.
5
Alfredo's Bitro-BarCalle Perseo. Esquina Avenida del Albir 2
1.2 kmapprox.
Where to stay
near Cala del MédicoParking
near Cala del MédicoAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
A few kilometres away
Nearby beaches
Alfàs del Pi (l')
Playa del Raco de L'Albir
0.6 kmfrom this beach
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Playa de la Mina
0.8 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
L'Alfàs del Pi
Playa del Albir
0.9 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Altea
Playa de Cap Blanc
1.3 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Altea
Playa de La Roda
2.9 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Altea
Playa del Bol
3.3 kmfrom this beach
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