Playa Arenal
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San Javier · Murcia

Playa Arenal

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,800 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high28 °CUV5WavesModerateJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 15:00

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature28 °CFeels like 29 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity58%
WindE 19 km/hGusts 32 km/h
Water24 °C
Maximum UV5
WavesModerate

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 wind1 km/h · 2°Water temperature24 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of San Javier
Today14:00☁28°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Today17:00◐28°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 20 km/h
Today20:00☁26°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 17 km/h
Today23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁22°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ N 10 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁21°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ N 14 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁21°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ N 15 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁26°Overcast☂ 5% · ↝ N 14 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁28°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ NE 11 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ SE 9 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁26°Cloudy☂ 35% · ↝ E 7 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁24°Mostly cloudy☂ 35% · ↝ S 3 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁22°Overcast · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁21°Cloudy · ↝ N 3 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 19 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

☁

Mostly cloudy

Low 22°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 0% ↝ moderado Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 58–87% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

☁

Mostly cloudy

Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ moderado Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 59–89% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

☁

Mostly cloudy

Low 21°High 27°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 55% ↝ light Gusts 8 km/h Humidity 82–100% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

☁

Cloudy

Low 21°High 29°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ E · 20 km/h Humidity 65–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 27/09 12:25
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Moderate

Water temperature24 °C

WindModerate

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 24 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES62000035M30035H1
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
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL98 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
27/04/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
08/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
05/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
08/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL18 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
11/09/2023Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/07/2023Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
10/07/2023Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
26/06/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
12/06/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
29/05/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/05/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/04/2023Suitable for bathing1 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 14/09/2026. 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 Arenal is a pleasant beach on La Manga del Mar Mediterráneo, measuring 1,800 metres long and 35 metres wide, with fine golden sand and a seafront promenade. Its urban character and medium occupancy combine with strong waves, a condition explicitly recorded for this stretch. Access is easy on foot or by car from the MU-312 motorway, and the beach has an urban bus connection. Practical facilities include parking, toilets, foot showers, food and drink establishments and basic services for nautical activities.

Length1,800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width35 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Tomás Maestre (La Manga del Mar Menor)

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo Tomás Maestre (La Manga del Mar Menor) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
✓
ParkingNear the beach
✓
BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilitySanta Lucía · 45 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 62.

Location

Directions

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