Carboneras · Almería

Playa Algarrobicos

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,350 mGravel
Water26 °CDaily high27 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.

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Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity64%
WindNE 29 km/hGusts 42 km/h
Water26 °C
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 wind22 km/h · 45°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 14:05 · 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 Carboneras
Today14:00◐27°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NE 29 km/h
Today17:00☀27°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ NE 24 km/h
Today20:00☀25°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ NE 23 km/h
Today23:00☁24°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ NE 25 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁23°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ NE 21 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁22°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ N 14 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁21°Mostly cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ N 14 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁25°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ NE 20 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁27°Overcast☂ 30% · ↝ NE 11 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁27°Overcast☂ 30% · ↝ S 3 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁25°Overcast☂ 25% · ↝ S 12 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 25% · ↝ W 8 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00◐22°Partly cloudy · ↝ W 12 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁21°Mostly cloudy · ↝ N 7 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind NE at 29 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C, water temperature around 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

☁

High cloud

Low 23°High 27°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NE · 27 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 63–81% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

☁

Overcast

Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ NE · 20 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 60–86% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 20°High 23°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ E · 10 km/h Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 69–83% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Partly cloudy

Low 20°High 28°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 60–90% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea state

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 14:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

Water temperature26 °C

WindNE · 27 km/h

Referencia: Playa El Algarrobico · 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.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 26 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test01/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61100032M04032C1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 UFC/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
01/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
07/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL16 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
17/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
20/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/09/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/09/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
22/08/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/08/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 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 1/09/2026. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Algarrobicos is notable for its isolated, almost untouched character, in surroundings where tranquillity and crystal-clear waters form part of its identity. Its coastline extends for 1,350 metres and is 37 metres wide, with a gravel surface and golden colouring. The landscape has a direct relationship with its protected status, although the listing does not identify the specific area. Practical access is defined above all by its isolation, and no specific services are recorded in the available data.

Length1,350 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width37 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Available characteristicProtected area

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