SkyOvercast with light rain
Mijas · Málaga
Playa de la Butibamba
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,250 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3WavesSlightHigh tide03:41Low tide20:43JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
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 wind9 km/h · 15°Water temperature21 °CValid 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 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind SE at 15 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 17°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 58 km/h Humidity 80–91% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 70% ↝ moderado Gusts 41 km/h Humidity 58–86% ≈ slight ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 14°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 23 km/h Humidity 69–77% ≈ slight ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 14°High 21°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 80–95% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature21 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Sotogrande · 59.3 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:41 and low tide at 20:43.
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
Playa de la Butibamba, also called La Cala, occupies the central section of the Mijas coastline, within the urban centre of La Cala de Mijas. It is a golden-sand beach 1,250 metres long and 30 metres wide, accompanied by a seafront promenade and a boat-launching area. Its surroundings combine an urban character with environmental protection, as it forms part of the Calahonda Special Area of Conservation. Access is easy on foot or by car from the A-7, with more than 100 parking spaces and adapted facilities.
Length1,250 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Cabopino marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsDe 11 a 20 hrs en S. Santa and summer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Costa del Sol de Marbella · 14 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-7.
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 Playa de la ButibambaDrinks and cafés
near Playa de la ButibambaWhere to stay
near Playa de la Butibamba
1
Hostal VeramarCalle Torreón 10, La Cala de Mijas
159 mapprox.
2
VIK Gran Hotel Costa del SolCalle La Butibamba 9, Mijas
323 mapprox.
3
Hotel CarmenBulevar de La Cala 7, Mijas
385 mapprox.
4
The Orange House Boutique HotelHotel in Mijas
391 mapprox.
5
La Casa China | Beautiful Located ApartmentCalle Salamanca 14B, Mijas Costa
794 mapprox.
Parking
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