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Orihuela · Alicante
Playa de La Caleta
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
287 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water27 °CDaily high29 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa Cala Capitan · 1 km
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 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
Today’s weather
At 13:00, 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 14 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
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 09:05
Tomorrow
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 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 23°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 7 km/h Humidity 81–98% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 31°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 50–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 41 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 22 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 11/08/2025 | No published assessment | 12 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | No published assessment | 12 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 27 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 07/07/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 09/06/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 26/05/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 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 8/09/2025. 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 de La Caleta, known commercially as Playa de Cabo Roig, occupies an urban stretch of golden sand 287 metres long and 43 metres wide. Its semi-urban frontage, accompanied by a promenade and vegetation, has calm waters and high visitor numbers. It is reached on foot or by car, with fewer than 50 parking spaces, and there is also an urban bus connection. For everyday use it offers toilets, foot showers, catering and hire of sun loungers, parasols and nautical equipment.
Length287 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width43 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrban stretchSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Marina Cabo Roig marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusUrban bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Torrevieja Dr. Manuel García Gea · 8 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-332.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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