Playa Costacabana
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Playa Costacabana

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,200 mGravel
Daily high22 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 18:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity67%
WindNW 2 km/hGusts 7 km/h
Maximum UV3

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 · 116°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Almería
Today17:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 5 km/h
Today20:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Today23:00☂20°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow02:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 45% · ↝ SW 17 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☀20°Clear☂ 45% · ↝ SW 41 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀18°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 25 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 41 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐23°Sunny intervals☂ 25% · ↝ SW 32 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐22°Sunny intervals☂ 25% · ↝ W 40 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 25 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 27 km/h
Friday 1302:00☀18°Clear · ↝ N 6 km/h
Friday 1305:00☀16°Clear · ↝ W 11 km/h

Today’s weather

At 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind NW at 2 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 with light rain

Low 18°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 51–88% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 18°High 23°
MorningClearAfternoonSunny intervals
☂ Rain 45% ↝ SW · 41 km/h Gusts 79 km/h Humidity 62–89% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 66–74% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals

Low 14°High 22°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61100013M04013G2
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 UFC/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
15/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
23/07/2026Suitable for bathing20 UFC/100 mL16 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2026Suitable for bathing240 UFC/100 mL200 UFC/100 mL
07/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025No published assessment3 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
02/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2025No published assessment4 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
17/06/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2025No published assessment14 UFC/100 ml9 UFC/100 ml
09/06/2025Not classified1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
09/06/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
06/06/2025Not classified1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/06/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
03/06/2025Not classified4 UFC/100 mL610 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 15/09/2026. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Costacabana combines an urban and semi-urban frontage with a dark-gravel shore 1,200 metres long and 35 metres wide. It is situated very close to the airport and usually has moderate waves and continuous wind. The seafront promenade and the proximity of the urban fabric shape its landscape, while the Club de Mar de Almería is given as the area's nautical reference. It is reached by car via the road from Almería; there are between 50 and 100 parking spaces, urban transport and accessibility measures for people with reduced mobility.

Length1,200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width35 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Sports area
Anchorage
MarinaClub de Mar de Almería

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, an anchorage and the nearby Club de Mar de Almería marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo · 7 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Ctra. de Almería.

Location

Directions

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