SkyOvercast with rain
Polopos · Granada
Playa Castillo de Baños
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,860 mGravel
Water20 °CDaily high19 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa La Mamola · 2.1 km
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 wind1 km/h · 31°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 overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind W at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 16°High 19°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 18 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 60–95% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 15°High 18°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ W · 21 km/h Gusts 62 km/h Humidity 58–93% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Cloudy
Low 13°High 15°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 15 km/h Gusts 41 km/h Humidity 72–78% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 12°High 18°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ W · 15 km/h Humidity 75–95% ☀ UV 3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 46 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 18 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 191 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 90 UFC/100 mL | 90 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 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 21/09/2026. 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 Castillo de Baños is a very narrow strip of dark gravel, 1,860 metres long and barely 12 metres wide. The semi-urban frontage is beside the settlement of Castillo de Baños and borders a large campsite, in a setting of calm waters and low occupancy. Although the description presents it as having no facilities, the entry lists showers, food services, litter bins and cleaning. It is reached on foot or by car via the N-340, with an interurban bus stop 10 metres away.
Length1,860 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width12 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico de Motril marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus · 10 m away.
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilitySanta Ana · 30 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from N-340.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa Castillo de Baños
1
El ParaísoCarretera del Mediterráneo
128 mapprox.
2
Restaurante LancemarRestaurant in Polopos
1.2 kmapprox.
3
Restaurante CarajoRestaurant in Polopos
1.8 kmapprox.
4
Restaurante OntenienteAvenida Doctor Sánchez Moreno, Polopos
2 kmapprox.
5
Restaurante Don FernandoRestaurant in Polopos
2 kmapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa Castillo de BañosWhere to stay
near Playa Castillo de BañosParking
near Playa Castillo de BañosAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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