SkyHigh cloud
Alaior · Islas Baleares
Playa Cala en Porter
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
120 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high22 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind22 km/h · 225°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 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 20 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 19°High 22°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 42 km/h Humidity 82–95% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 23°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 40 km/h Gusts 71 km/h Humidity 61–97% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ W · 25 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 65–73% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 16°High 22°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 70–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
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
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 98 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 134 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 75 NMP/100 mL | 63 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 175 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/04/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 63 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 110 NMP/100 mL | 41 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 98 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 41 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 52 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/04/2025 | Recomendación de no baño | 20 NMP/100 mL | 359 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 144 NMP/100 mL | 36 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 30 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 175 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 30 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 41 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/04/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Recomendación de no baño | 663 NMP/100 mL | 160 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 80 UFC/100 mL | 11 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/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 GOOD EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 23/09/2026. 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
Playa Cala en Porter is a white-sand beach incorporated into the development of the same name, with a semi-urban frontage 120 metres long and 40 metres wide. Vegetation, the promenade and an anchorage accompany calm waters in a heavily occupied area. It is easily reached on foot, by car or by boat, with more than 100 parking spaces and an interurban bus service. For everyday use it has toilets, foot showers, sun lounger and parasol hire and a play area, as well as an adapted walkway and bathing chair.
Length120 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By car · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Club Marítimo de Mahón marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Mateu Orfila · 13.3 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Me-12.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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