SkyOvercast with light rain
Mojácar · Almería
Playa Castillo de Macenas
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
965 mRocks
Daily high22 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind8 km/h · 348°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 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 95% chance of rain and wind NW at 3 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 17°High 22°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 1 km/h Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 45–87% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 24°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ W · 31 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 23–91% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 13°High 17°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 67–79% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 12°High 24°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Humidity 50–85% ☀ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | 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 | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 21 UFC/100 mL | 12 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 2 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 14/09/2026. 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 Macenas is identified by an extensive shore of rocks and grey sand, in a natural setting described by the listing as lightly frequented. Its 965-metre length and 60-metre width form a broad stretch, with stone and dark colouring dominating the coastal surface. Its isolated character reinforces the sense of separation from urban centres, while the absence of notable visitor numbers is expressly stated in the data. No specific visitor services are detailed.
Length965 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionRocksPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
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 Macenas
1
RestoránRestaurant in Mojácar
330 mapprox.
2
El ChachoPaseo del Mediterráneo 3, Mojácar Playa
2.4 kmapprox.
3
Restaurante ThomasPaseo del Mediterráneo 9, Mojácar Playa
2.4 kmapprox.
4
SongePaseo del Mediterráneo 37, Mojácar Playa
2.5 kmapprox.
5
Los AmigosPaseo del Mediterráneo 53, Mojácar Playa
2.6 kmapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa Castillo de Macenas
1
Sweets ParadiseMojácar Playa
2 kmapprox.
2
AlabezPaseo del Mediterráneo 1, Mojácar Playa
2.3 kmapprox.
3
Camino del SolPaseo del Mediterráneo, Mojácar Playa
2.3 kmapprox.
4
WaikikiPaseo del Mediterráneo 55, Mojácar Playa
2.6 kmapprox.
5
Coffee HousePaseo del Mediterráneo 61, Mojácar Playa
2.6 kmapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa Castillo de MacenasParking
near Playa Castillo de MacenasAbout 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.
A few kilometres away
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