SkyHigh cloud
San Javier · Murcia
Playa Chica
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,750 mSand
Water24 °CDaily high28 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa Mistral · 3 km
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 · 2°Valid 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 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 19 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 22°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NE · 14 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 58–87% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 21°High 28°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 35% ↝ N · 14 km/h Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 59–89% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 24°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ E · 10 km/h Gusts 8 km/h Humidity 82–100% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
High cloud
Low 20°High 29°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa Chica extends along La Manga del Mar Menor as a narrow strip of dark sand: it reaches 1,750 metres in length but is only 1 metre wide. Its gentle slope and calm waters define this semi-urban beach, with anchorage and low occupancy. Access is easy on foot or by car from the La Manga motorway, with parking and an urban bus service. Practical facilities include toilets, foot-washing facilities, litter bins and cleaning service.
Length1,750 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width1 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Tomás Maestre (La Manga del Mar Menor) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingNear the beach
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilitySanta Lucía · 51 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Autovía de La Manga - MU-312 Gran Vía Salida 128 Izqda..
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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