Altea · Alicante

Playa del Bol

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

Gravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Water20 °CDaily high23 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa de La Roda · 0.4 km

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyMostly cloudy with light rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain70%
Humidity78%
WindSW 11 km/hGusts 16 km/h
Water20 °C
Maximum UV3

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 wind11 km/h · 217°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Altea
Today17:00☂21°Mostly cloudy with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ SW 11 km/h
Today20:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 6 km/h
Today23:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 5 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁19°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁20°Cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ SW 23 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 25 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 22 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐25°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 24 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 10 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Friday 1302:00☀18°Clear · ↝ SW 26 km/h
Friday 1305:00☀17°Clear · ↝ SW 22 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of mostly cloudy with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 70% chance of rain and wind SW at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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High cloud

Low 19°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 16 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 63–84% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 18°High 25°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SW · 22 km/h Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 40–93% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 25 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 59–66% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals

Low 15°High 24°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ S · 20 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 55–75% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test08/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES52100018M03018J1
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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
08/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
25/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2026Suitable for bathing33 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2026Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
07/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
25/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
11/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2025Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2025Suitable for bathing13 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
06/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
04/09/2024Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
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2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 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 8/09/2026. 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 del Bol is an urban beach in Altea, province of Alicante, forming part of an urban coastal stretch. Its surface consists of gravel and is enclosed by two groynes. The surroundings have a seafront promenade and services near the shore, including a restaurant and toilets. Regional tourism information also notes access for people with reduced mobility and its status as an accessible beach. The entry identifies a single official bathing area and places the site within the municipality of Altea.

CompositionGravelPredominant material
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrban stretchSurrounding landscape

Available facilities

Facilities

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Food and drink

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets and food and drink.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access.

Location

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