SkyOvercast with rain
Manilva · Málaga
Playa de las Arenas
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
882 mGravel
Daily high21 °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 wind13 km/h · 31°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 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind NE at 13 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with rain
Low 18°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 14 km/h Gusts 58 km/h Humidity 76–98% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy
Low 18°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 23 km/h Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 68–89% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 20 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 81–90% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ 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 las Arenas, or Cala de la Sardina, is a straight beach 882 metres long that runs along the loma del Negro to that cove. Its recorded width is 46 metres, and the semi-urban frontage combines golden sand and gravel with low cliffs and sandstone slopes. It forms part of an ecological reserve and has moderate waves, vegetation and medium visitor numbers. Access is easy on foot, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles and an interurban bus service; cleaning and food services are available.
Length882 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width46 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urban / CliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies 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 - La Route de la Concepción (Cádiz)
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Estepona · 38 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
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 las ArenasDrinks and cafés
near Playa de las ArenasWhere to stay
near Playa de las Arenas
1
Pierre et Vacances Terrazas Costa del SolAvenida Sierra Morena 2, Manilva
810 mapprox.
2
Residencial La BorboletaApartamento en Manilva
2 kmapprox.
3
Urbanización Jardin TropicalApartamento en Manilva
2.1 kmapprox.
4
Residencial ChulleraApartamento en Manilva
2.2 kmapprox.
5
Hotel Boutique Milla de PlataHotel in Manilva
2.4 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa de las ArenasAbout 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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