Águilas · Murcia

Playa de Poniente

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,100 mSand / Gravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high26 °CUV3WavesModerateJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain55%
Humidity78%
WindE 6 km/hGusts 9 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV3
WavesModerate

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 · 14°Water temperature21 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Águilas
Today16:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ E 4 km/h
Today19:00☁21°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Today22:00☁19°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ E 2 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁19°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ SW 13 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☀21°Clear☂ 10% · ↝ W 7 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 16 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 14 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☀25°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 42 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☀25°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 33 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 19 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 12 km/h
Friday 1301:00☀20°Clear · ↝ W 9 km/h
Friday 1304:00☀20°Clear · ↝ NW 3 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 55% chance of rain and wind E at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 54–90% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 19°High 25°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ moderado Gusts 75 km/h Humidity 29–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 19°High 21°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ moderado Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 54–57% ≈ slight ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals

Low 15°High 24°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 55–75% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
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Moderate

Water temperature21 °C

WindLight

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES62000003M30003F1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci2 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
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
31/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing11 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
27/07/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing18 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
29/06/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
27/04/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
09/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing20 UFC/100 mL35 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing23 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL11 UFC/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
05/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing194 UFC/100 mL90 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
22/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
08/07/2024Suitable for bathing65 UFC/100 mL26 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL24 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing62 UFC/100 mL30 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 14/09/2026. 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 de Poniente is an urban, family-friendly beach in Águilas, with a beach of fine golden sand and gravel measuring 1,100 metres in length and 50 metres in width. The seafront promenade and vegetation accompany an urban frontage with moderate waves and facilities geared towards everyday use. Access is easy on foot, by car or by boat via the N-332, with parking for more than 100 spaces. Specific services include toilets, foot-washing points, beach bars, a sports area, a children’s playground and an adapted toilet.

Length1,100 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / GravelPredominant material
Sand typeFine golden sandPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By car · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Sports area
Children’s area
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Juan Montiel (Águilas)

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Juan Montiel (Águilas) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityRafael Méndez · 35 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-332.

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