Orihuela · Alicante

Playa de Cala Estaca

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

172 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water27 °CDaily high29 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 15:00Reference sea area: Playa Cala Capitan · 1 km

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature29 °CFeels like 30 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity50%
WindE 18 km/hGusts 33 km/h
Water27 °C
Maximum UV5

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 wind6 km/h · 345°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Orihuela
Today14:00☁29°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 17 km/h
Today17:00◐29°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 18 km/h
Today20:00☁26°Cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Today23:00☁23°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ NE 8 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁21°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ N 9 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁19°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ N 6 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁19°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ NW 3 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁25°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NE 5 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁30°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 10 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁29°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁26°Overcast☂ 45% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 45% · ↝ W 2 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁23°Overcast · ↝ W 3 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00◐21°Partly cloudy · ↝ N 2 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 29 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 30 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 18 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C, water temperature around 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 21°High 29°
MorningOvercastAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NE · 6 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 49–80% ◉ Water 27° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 30°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 45% ↝ NE · 5 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 45–93% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 23°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Gusts 7 km/h Humidity 81–98% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

☁

Mostly cloudy

Low 20°High 31°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 55–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test22/06/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES52100099M03099B1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 NMP/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
22/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
08/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
25/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing16 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
11/08/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2025Suitable for bathing22 UFC/100 mL160 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2025Suitable for bathing49 UFC/100 mL74 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
19/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
26/05/2025Suitable for bathing41 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
06/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
23/07/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
18/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/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 22/06/2026. 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 de Cala Estaca, also known as Playa Flamenca, is a small urban cove of fine golden sand, 172 metres long and 42 metres wide. The semi-urban frontage combines a promenade, vegetation and calm waters in a highly occupied setting. It is easily reached on foot, by car or by urban bus; available parking is fewer than 50 spaces. Practical facilities include toilets, foot showers, food and drink, sun-lounger and parasol hire and a play area.

Length172 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width42 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrban stretch with restrictionsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Children’s area
MarinaMarina Cabo Roig

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Marina Cabo Roig marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency 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 Torrevieja Dr. Manuel García Gea · 5 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-332.

Location

Directions

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