Albuñol · Granada

Playa El Pozuelo

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,000 mSand
Water23 °CDaily high28 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

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Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyClear
Temperature27 °CFeels like 27 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity45%
WindS 10 km/hGusts 27 km/h
Water23 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesMar tranquila

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 wind9 km/h · 8°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedGreen flag27/09/2026 13:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Albuñol
Today13:00☀27°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ S 10 km/h
Today16:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Today19:00☁25°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 5 km/h
Today22:00☁22°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁21°High cloud☂ 55% · ↝ SW 3 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁21°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ NE 3 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☁21°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ SW 3 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁22°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ W 6 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂24°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NW 6 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂23°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 9 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁21°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ N 12 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ N 10 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00◐20°Partly cloudy · ↝ N 8 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00◐20°Sunny intervals · ↝ N 10 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00◐20°Sunny intervals · ↝ N 8 km/h

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 27 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 28°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SE · 7 km/h Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 22–88% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 20°High 24°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 5 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 68–89% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 20°High 20°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 68–74% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ S · 5 km/h Humidity 50–90% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea state

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 13:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

Water temperature23 °C

WindSE · 7 km/h

Referencia: Playa del Pozuelo · 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.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 23 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test08/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61400006M18006D1
E. coli4 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 UFC/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
08/09/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing24 UFC/100 mL11 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
22/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
08/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing75 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
07/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
27/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
26/06/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
23/06/2025Not classified280 UFC/100 mL640 UFC/100 mL
06/06/2025Suitable for bathing23 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Not classified38 UFC/100 mL340 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing16 UFC/100 mL80 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
13/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 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 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 El Pozuelo extends as a long, narrow beach of dark sand, 1,000 metres long and 20 metres wide, forming part of an urban frontage. Its calm waters and medium occupancy create an accessible area, reached on foot or by car from the N-340, with parking and an interurban bus service. The beach offers toilets, showers, litter bins, cleaning, food services, a sports area and a children's area. It also has anchorage and lifeguard and first-aid services.

Length1,000 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Sports area
Children’s area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Adra (Almería)

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Adra (Almería) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
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BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency 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 Poniente · 35 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340.

Location

Directions

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