SkyOvercast with rain
Málaga · Málaga
Playa El Dedo
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
550 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high21 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind13 km/h · 97°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 37 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 18°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 12 km/h Gusts 60 km/h Humidity 81–98% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 17°High 23°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 60% ↝ N · 6 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 60–99% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 15°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 5 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 78–86% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 65–85% ☀ UV 3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 80 UFC/100 mL | 45 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 25 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 35 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 21 UFC/100 mL | 11 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 25 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 110 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 26 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 18 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 39 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 90 UFC/100 mL | 75 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 28 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 12 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 8 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 21/09/2026. 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 El Dedo is an urban beach in the El Palo area of Málaga, 550 metres long and 25 metres wide. Its dark sand and family atmosphere define a section integrated into the city's coastal fabric, while the Paseo Marítimo provides its most recognisable practical feature. The record states that good restaurant services are available there, so the promenade also serves as a reference for the beach's everyday use. No other significant physical or landscape components are described.
Length550 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width25 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Location
Directions
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Near this beach
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Where to eat
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near Playa El Dedo
1
AT Casa Carmen ÁticoCalle Banda del Mar 67, Málaga
659 mapprox.
2
Apartamenos el CenacheroCalle Antofagasta 20, Málaga
1.1 kmapprox.
3
Málaga Hostel - La Moraga de PonienteCalle Conde de las Navas 1
1.7 kmapprox.
4
Hostal MoscatelCalle Conde de las Navas 9
1.8 kmapprox.
5
Hostal Las AcaciasPaseo de las Acacias 5
2 kmapprox.
Parking
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