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Ciutadella de Menorca · Islas Baleares
Cala Macarella
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
105 mSand
Water23 °CDaily high24 °CUV2JellyfishNo 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 wind19 km/h · 226°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 and a forecast temperature of 22 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 22 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 18 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 19°High 24°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 85% ↝ SW · 14 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 74–99% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 24°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 95% ↝ SW · 40 km/h Gusts 71 km/h Humidity 61–100% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ W · 35 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 62–77% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 17°High 23°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 65–100% ☀ 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 Macarella is a broad, isolated cove recognised for the whiteness of its sand and its crystal-clear waters. It measures 105 metres in length and 75 metres in width, with a mountainous, vegetated and protected frontage. Its usual waters are calm, although occupancy is recorded as high. Access is on foot or by car via the Sant Joan de Misas road, with free public parking for more than 100 vehicles 500 metres away; catering and nautical equipment hire are also available.
Length105 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width75 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding 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 toilets, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire and the nearby Club Nàutic Ciutadella marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Nearest health facilityHospital Mateu Orfila · 41.5 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking and access from Carretera de Sant Joan de Misas.
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 MacarellaDrinks and cafés
near Cala MacarellaWhere to stay
near Cala Macarella
1
Artiem Audax Spa & Wellness HotelHotel in Ciutadella de Menorca
1.7 kmapprox.
2
Apartamentos Alta GaldanaCarrer Costa del Mirador
1.7 kmapprox.
3
Hotel ILUNION MenorcaCarrer de Serpentona 18 A, Cala Galdana
1.8 kmapprox.
4
Hotel ILUNION MenorcaCarrer de Serpentona 18A, Cala Galdana (Menorca)
1.8 kmapprox.
5
Hotel Flora MarHotel in Ciutadella de Menorca
1.8 kmapprox.
Parking
near Cala Macarella
1
Parking de pagament MacarellaDe pago · Acceso no especificado
595 mapprox.
2
Parking MacarellaFree according to OSM · Public access
880 mapprox.
3
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
1.6 kmapprox.
4
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
1.7 kmapprox.
5
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
1.7 kmapprox.
About 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.
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