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Palma de Mallorca · Islas Baleares
Playa de Palma
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
4,600 mSand
Water26 °CDaily high30 °CUV5WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
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 wind8 km/h · 64°Water temperature26 °CValid 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 clear and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 30 °C, water temperature around 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 22°High 30°
MorningClearAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ light Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 40–90% ≈ slight ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 21°High 30°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ light Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 48–97% ≈ slight ◉ Water 27° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 22°High 30°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 35% ↝ light Gusts 23 km/h Humidity 87–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 27° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 21°High 30°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 55–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea state
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature26 °C
WindLight
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 26 °C.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 20/08/2025 | No published assessment | 97 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 20/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 63 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/07/2025 | No published assessment | 299 UFC/100 ml | 52 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 479 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/06/2025 | No published assessment | 85 UFC/100 ml | 134 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 12/05/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 12/05/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/04/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/04/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 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 22/09/2025. 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 Palma, also known as S'Arenal, is an extensive urban frontage of white sand stretching for 4,600 metres with an average width of 50 metres. The seafront promenade and its relationship with the city of Palma define a fully equipped coastline, also associated with a wide range of leisure facilities. It has calm waters, high occupancy and vegetation. It is easily reached on foot or by car from the Autopista de Levante, with more than 100 parking spaces and an urban bus service; facilities include catering, nautical hire, a yacht club and adapted equipment.
Length4,600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, 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 Club Nàutic S'Arenal Mallorca marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Son Llàtzer · 10 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Autopista de Levante.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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