Playa del Cura
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Torrevieja · Alicante

Playa del Cura

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

500 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high27 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa de La Mata · 4.4 km

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyCloudy
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity61%
WindE 15 km/hGusts 28 km/h
Maximum UV5

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 wind1 km/h · 5°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Torrevieja
Today13:00☁27°Cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 15 km/h
Today16:00☀27°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ E 18 km/h
Today19:00◐26°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Today22:00☁25°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NE 11 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁24°Overcast☂ 35% · ↝ NE 11 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ N 10 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☁21°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ N 13 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁23°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ N 12 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☁26°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ NE 14 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁27°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ E 12 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁26°Overcast☂ 5% · ↝ SE 9 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁25°Mostly cloudy☂ 35% · ↝ E 13 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁24°Overcast · ↝ W 6 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00◐23°Partly cloudy · ↝ W 5 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁22°Mostly cloudy · ↝ N 5 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 15 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 23°High 27°
MorningOvercastAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ N · 10 km/h Gusts 30 km/h Humidity 57–82% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Mostly cloudy

Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ N · 11 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 57–85% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 22°High 24°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ E · 10 km/h Gusts 11 km/h Humidity 83–95% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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High cloud

Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 65–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test25/06/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES52100133M03133C1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci10 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.

View all test results
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
25/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2026Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/09/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing20 UFC/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2025Suitable for bathing36 UFC/100 mL73 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing25 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing18 UFC/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
20/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
10/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/05/2025Suitable for bathing230 UFC/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2024Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2024Suitable for bathing19 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
13/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
06/08/2024Suitable for bathing11 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
23/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2024Suitable for bathing27 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
09/07/2024Suitable for bathing21 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 NMP/100 mL
18/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 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 25/06/2026. 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

In the heart of Torrevieja, Playa del Cura occupies an urban frontage of golden sand 500 metres long and 25 metres wide on average. It is a very busy space with calm waters, a seafront promenade and an anchorage area, defined by its direct relationship with the city. Access is easy on foot or by car via the N-332, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles and an urban bus service on line A. For everyday use it offers toilets, foot-washing facilities, food and drink, and sun-lounger, parasol and nautical-boat hire.

Length500 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width25 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

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Anchorage
MarinaReal Club Náutico Torrevieja

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, an anchorage and the nearby Real Club Náutico Torrevieja marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus, Route A

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season. Lifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital de Torrevieja Dr. Manuel García Gea · 5.2 km

Access and accessibility

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

Location

Directions

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