SkyOvercast with rain
Estepona · Málaga
Playa de la Galera
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,000 mGravel
Water21 °CDaily high22 °CUV3High tide03:41Low tide20:43JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind10 km/h · 338°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 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with 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 NE at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with rain
Low 19°High 22°
MorningOvercast with rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 9 km/h Gusts 46 km/h Humidity 74–97% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 18°High 23°
MorningClearAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 27 km/h Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 69–88% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 17°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 15 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 76–82% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 65–90% ☀ 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
Playa de la Galera is a straight, well-preserved beach, away from the urban centre and relatively little urbanised compared with other stretches of the area. It measures 1,000 metres in length but only 10 metres in width, with dark gravel, rocky areas and a semi-urban frontage accompanied by vegetation. Usual swell is moderate and occupancy medium; there is also an anchorage area and a diving area 500 metres away. Access is easy on foot or by car via the A-7, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces and an interurban bus service.
Length1,000 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width10 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies diving, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo La Duquesa marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus Estepona - Marbella
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospiten Estepona · 14 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-7 (antigua N-340).
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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near Playa de la GaleraWhere to stay
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