SkyOvercast with light rain
Cartagena · Murcia
Playa de la Gola
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00Reference sea area: Playa Las Amoladeras · 1.9 km
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 wind16 km/h · 218°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 light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 50% chance of rain and wind S at 4 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
Overcast
Low 17°High 23°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 90% ↝ SW · 18 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 74–100% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 20°High 25°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SW · 32 km/h Gusts 59 km/h Humidity 40–92% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 59–67% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 13°High 24°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 55–85% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 22 UFC/100 ml | 18 UFC/100 ml |
| 06/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 901 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 48 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 150 UFC/100 ml | 6 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/05/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 6 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/05/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 6 UFC/100 ml |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 8/09/2025. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de la Gola is an urban beach on the Mar Menor, 200 metres long and 10 metres wide, with golden sand, a seafront promenade and calm waters. The gentle slope and described family atmosphere fit its accessible character and low occupancy. The lagoon surroundings bring together six forms of protection, while the beach offers a broad range of services: toilets, foot showers, food and drink, sun-lounger and parasol hire, water activities and diving. Access is easy on foot or by boat and there is access for people with reduced mobility.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width10 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies diving, water-sports hire and the nearby Club Náutico La Isleta (La Manga del Mar Menor) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilitySanta Lucía · 37 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Autovía de La Manga - Mu-312 Gran Vía Salida 19.
Location
Directions
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