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Capdepera · Islas Baleares
Playa Cala Mesquida
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand
Water26 °CDaily high29 °CUV5WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
Now
Forecast for 13:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.
Accumulated wind7 km/h · 52°Water temperature26 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of clear and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 14 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C, water temperature around 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 23°High 29°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ light Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 57–81% ≈ slight ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 23°High 29°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ moderado Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 58–81% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 23°High 30°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ moderado Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 83–94% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Cloudy
Low 23°High 29°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 temperature26 °C
WindLight
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 26 °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 |
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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
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