Playa de Peñón Blanco
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Níjar · Almería

Playa de Peñón Blanco

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

240 mSand
Daily high28 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.

Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature27 °CFeels like 27 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity39%
WindNE 25 km/hGusts 42 km/h
Maximum UV6
WavesMar tranquila

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 wind2 km/h · 1°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedYellow flag27/09/2026 13:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Níjar
Today13:00◐27°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NE 25 km/h
Today16:00☀28°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ E 27 km/h
Today19:00◐25°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NE 26 km/h
Today22:00☁22°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ N 29 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁20°High cloud☂ 25% · ↝ N 29 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁19°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ N 17 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☁19°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ N 19 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁21°Mostly cloudy☂ 20% · ↝ NE 17 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☁25°Overcast☂ 20% · ↝ NE 8 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁26°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ SW 11 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁23°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ N 17 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁22°Overcast☂ 25% · ↝ SW 5 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁20°Mostly cloudy · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00◐19°Sunny intervals · ↝ NW 9 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00◐18°Sunny intervals · ↝ N 5 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 27 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind NE at 25 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ N · 22 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 30–82% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 18°High 26°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ NE · 17 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 49–86% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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High cloud

Low 18°High 21°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 60–81% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 18°High 31°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 45–90% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea state

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 13:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

WindN · 22 km/h

Referencia: Playa del Peñón Blanco · 0 km de la playa

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available testNo asociadoNÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad

A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.

Beach at a glance

What it is like

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa de Peñón Blanco, also known as Isleta del Moro, is identified by the rock situated opposite the beach. It is a golden sandy beach 240 metres long and 30 metres wide, within Parque Natural Marítimo Terrestre de Cabo de Gata-Níjar, with an urban frontage and calm waters. Although the surroundings are described as isolated, it is easy to reach on foot or by car, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles. Showers, litter bins, food outlets and nautical equipment hire complete the practical facilities.

Length240 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Diving
MarinaClub Náutico de San José

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.

Activities

Published information identifies diving and the nearby Club Náutico de San José marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
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BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Nearest health facilityHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo · 28 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AL-4200.

Practical ideas for your visit

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