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Marbella · Málaga
Playa El Faro
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high27 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide14:25Low tide19:58JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones muy favorables · estimación
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
Now
Forecast for 13:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones muy favorables para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones muy favorables para la llegada o acumulación de medusas. Para Marbella, el modelo publicado encontró mayor incidencia alrededor de viento de 90° y 10 km/h, y menor alrededor de 180° y 15 km/h. Es una estimación ambiental y no confirma presencia ni ausencia en esta playa.
Accumulated wind11 km/h · 96°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of clear 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 17 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 24°High 27°
MorningClearAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 0% ↝ S · 8 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 53–76% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast with light rain
Low 21°High 25°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 19 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 68–91% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 21°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 13 km/h Humidity 75–87% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ S · 5 km/h Humidity 65–85% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Mar tranquila
WindS · 8 km/h
Referencia: Playa El Faro · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Sotogrande · 43 km.
Sea and planning
The next tide references are high tide at 14:25 and low tide at 19:58.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 5 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 8 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 67 UFC/100 ml | 19 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 8 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 8 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 5 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 7 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/05/2025 | No published assessment | 21 UFC/100 ml | 7 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 15/09/2025. 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 Faro is a small urban beach in the centre of Marbella, beside the marina. Its 300 metres of golden sand are accompanied by a seafront promenade, calm waters and high occupancy, in a stretch with an anchorage area and numerous services. It is easily reached on foot along the seafront promenade, although it also has more than 100 parking spaces and urban transport. Facilities include an adapted bathing area, showers, catering, nautical hire and a children's area.
Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Marbella marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Costa del Sol de Marbella · 6 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Paseo marítimo.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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