Playa Cala Galdana
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Playa Cala Galdana

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450 mSand
Water23 °CDaily high24 °CUV2WavesModerateJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyCloudy
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity85%
WindSW 20 km/hGusts 31 km/h
Water23 °C
Maximum UV2
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 wind22 km/h · 225°Water temperature23 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Ferreries
Today16:00☁21°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SW 23 km/h
Today19:00☁20°Overcast☂ 85% · ↝ SW 17 km/h
Today22:00☁19°Overcast☂ 85% · ↝ S 9 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ SE 8 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ E 15 km/h
Tomorrow07:00◐22°Sunny intervals☂ 25% · ↝ SW 35 km/h
Tomorrow10:00◐23°Sunny intervals☂ 25% · ↝ SW 37 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 33 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 29 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 31 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 31 km/h
Friday 1301:00◐20°Sunny intervals · ↝ W 27 km/h
Friday 1304:00◐19°Sunny intervals · ↝ W 27 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of cloudy 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 24 °C, water temperature around 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 24°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ light Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 83–95% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 19°High 25°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ fuerte Gusts 67 km/h Humidity 62–96% ≈ rough ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 19°High 23°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ moderado Gusts 47 km/h Humidity 60–71% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 16°High 22°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
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Moderate

Water temperature23 °C

WindLight

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 23 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES53300023M07023A1
E. coli299 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci10 NMP/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationGOOD2025 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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
15/09/2026Suitable for bathing299 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing160 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
28/07/2026Suitable for bathing30 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
07/07/2026Suitable for bathing183 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2026Suitable for bathing24 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing52 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/05/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/04/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/09/2025Suitable for bathing161 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/09/2025No published assessment161 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
26/08/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025No published assessment20 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
21/08/2025No published assessment200 UFC/100 ml8 UFC/100 ml
21/08/2025No published assessment407 UFC/100 ml14 UFC/100 ml
19/08/2025No published assessment987 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
19/08/2025No published assessment1,210 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
29/07/2025Suitable for bathing52 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2025No published assessment52 UFC/100 ml20 UFC/100 ml
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing213 NMP/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2025No published assessment213 UFC/100 ml52 UFC/100 ml
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing231 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2025No published assessment231 UFC/100 ml20 UFC/100 ml
10/06/2025Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
10/06/2025No published assessment41 UFC/100 ml20 UFC/100 ml
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
06/05/2025Suitable for bathing63 NMP/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
06/05/2025No published assessment63 UFC/100 ml52 UFC/100 ml
21/04/2025Suitable for bathing63 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
View annual history
2025 GOOD EEA2024 GOOD 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 15/09/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is good; 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 Galdana opens out as a semi-urban cove with 450 metres of golden sand and a width of 45 metres, with a promenade, vegetation and an anchorage area. Its calm waters, high occupancy and family facilities described in the record create a space very well prepared for public use. It is easy to reach on foot or by boat from the Me-22, with more than 100 parking spaces and an interurban bus service. It has toilets, showers, food and drink establishments, water-sports hire, a play area and diving.

Length450 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width45 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Children’s area
Diving
Anchorage
MarinaClub Náutico Cala Galdana

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies diving, water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Club Náutico Cala Galdana marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · 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 facilityHospital Mateu Orfila · 37 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Me-22.

Location

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