SkyOvercast with light rain
Alacant/Alicante · Alicante
Playa de Tabarca
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand / Gravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high23 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent information
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 19:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 19:00, 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, 100% chance of rain and wind SW at 3 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 18°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 3 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 48–84% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 18°High 26°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ W · 28 km/h Gusts 55 km/h Humidity 35–99% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 16°High 19°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ W · 20 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 54–67% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 16°High 25°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 45–80% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 24 UFC/100 mL | 74 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 49 UFC/100 mL | 52 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 19 UFC/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 UFC/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 17 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 1 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 2/09/2026. 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
Playa de Tabarca, also called Playa central, is a small stretch of golden sand and gravel in the island’s protected natural setting. Its 200-metre length and average width of 20 metres form part of the Natura 2000 Network, within a marine reserve, with anchorage areas and vegetation. The description highlights underwater diversity, with shoals of fish, starfish and algae in various colours, as well as waters of a subtropical character. It is easily reached on foot once on the island, which is served by a daily maritime route from Santa Pola.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / GravelPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingNaturalLevel of development
Coastal settingProtected natural areaSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
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 diving, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Club Náutico Santa Pola marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital General Universitario de Alicante · 22 km
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa de TabarcaWhere to stay
near Playa de Tabarca
1
Hotel Isla PlanaCarrer Arzola 10, Tabarca
198 mapprox.
2
Hostal MasínCarrer d'Enmig 22, Tabarca
206 mapprox.
3
Hotel Boutique Isla TabarcaCarrer Arzola 2, Tabarca
234 mapprox.
4
CH ApartamentosApartamento en Alacant/Alicante
238 mapprox.
5
Hostal Nueva TabarcaCarrer d'Enmig 8, Tabarca
260 mapprox.
About these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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