Playa Cala de La Almadrava
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Benidorm · Alicante

Playa Cala de La Almadrava

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

100 mRock
Water21 °CDaily high22 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa de Llevant · 0.9 km

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkySunny intervals with light rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain70%
Humidity78%
WindSW 11 km/hGusts 16 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV2

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 wind11 km/h · 217°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Benidorm
Today17:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ SW 11 km/h
Today20:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 6 km/h
Today23:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 5 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁19°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁20°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SW 23 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 25 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 22 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 24 km/h
Tomorrow20:00◐21°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 10 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Friday 1302:00☀19°Clear · ↝ SW 26 km/h
Friday 1305:00☀18°Clear · ↝ SW 22 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of sunny intervals with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 70% chance of rain and wind SW at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.

Next days

Today

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High cloud

Low 20°High 22°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 16 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 63–84% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 19°High 24°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SW · 22 km/h Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 40–93% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 25 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 59–66% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals

Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ S · 20 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 55–75% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test08/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES52100031M03031E1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci10 NMP/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
08/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
25/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
11/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
28/07/2026Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
14/07/2026Suitable for bathing140 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
30/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
25/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
09/09/2025Suitable for bathing11 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
24/07/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
04/06/2025Suitable for bathing20 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/05/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
04/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 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 8/09/2026. 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 Cala de La Almadrava occupies a small protected natural space between Rincón de Loix and Cala del Tío Ximo. Its 100 metres of length and 7 metres of width consist of rock, with vegetation, moderate waves and low occupancy. Its secluded character contrasts with Benidorm’s urban surroundings, although access on foot is recorded as difficult. It is reached from the N-332 and has an urban bus service, bins, cleaning, anchorage and sun lounger and parasol hire.

Length100 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width7 mPublished average width
CompositionRockPredominant material
SettingNaturalLevel of development
Coastal settingSpecially protected natural areaSurrounding landscape
Access typeDifficult on footPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Bins
Cleaning service
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Anchorage
MarinaClub Náutico Benidorm

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include bins, a cleaning service, sunbed hire and parasol hire.

Activities

Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Club Náutico Benidorm marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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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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Nearest health facilityHospital de Levante · 3.5 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include a bus connection and access from N-332.

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