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Capdepera · Islas Baleares
Playa Cala Mesquida
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand
Water22 °CDaily high25 °CUV2WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
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 wind17 km/h · 229°Water temperature22 °CValid 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 overcast and a forecast temperature of 22 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 22 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 14 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 25 °C, water temperature around 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 20°High 25°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 65% ↝ moderado Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 68–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 20°High 25°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ fuerte Gusts 67 km/h Humidity 54–97% ≈ slight ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ W · 20 km/h Gusts 47 km/h Humidity 63–73% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea state
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature22 °C
WindModerate
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 22 °C.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/09/2025 | No published assessment | 122 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 27/08/2025 | No published assessment | 63 UFC/100 ml | 52 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 31/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 24/07/2025 | No published assessment | 41 UFC/100 ml | 30 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/07/2025 | No published assessment | 122 UFC/100 ml | 228 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/06/2025 | No published assessment | 58 UFC/100 ml | 37 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/06/2025 | No published assessment | 30 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 27/05/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 06/05/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 09/04/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 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 16/09/2025. 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 Mesquida combines a notable width of 130 metres with a 300-metre white-sand frontage, integrated into a semi-urban setting protected as ANEI. Vegetation and strong waves form part of its layout, together with high occupancy and services for public use. The indicated access is easy on foot from the Ma-15, with an interurban bus connection. The beach has bins, cleaning, food and drink establishments, sun lounger and parasol hire and water-sports equipment.
Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width130 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire and the nearby Port de Cala Rajada marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Manacor · 31.9 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from Ma-15.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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