Playa Es Grau
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Maó · Islas Baleares

Playa Es Grau

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

590 mSand
Daily high26 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature26 °CFeels like 26 °C
Forecast rain5%
Humidity60%
WindE 11 km/hGusts 25 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 wind5 km/h · 46°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 Maó
Today14:00◐26°Partly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ E 11 km/h
Today17:00◐26°Partly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ E 13 km/h
Today20:00◐24°Partly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ E 10 km/h
Today23:00◐23°Partly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 15 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁26°Cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 23 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 25 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁26°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 22 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁24°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁23°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁22°High cloud · ↝ SE 20 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁23°High cloud · ↝ SE 17 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 5% chance of rain and wind E at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Clear

Low 22°High 26°
MorningClearAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 5% ↝ E · 8 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 60–83% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Cloudy

Low 22°High 27°
MorningCloudyAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 0% ↝ E · 23 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 59–83% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

☁

Cloudy

Low 22°High 23°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SE · 25 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 83–89% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 21°High 29°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ SE · 20 km/h Humidity 65–100% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test24/08/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES53300032M07032A1
E. coli20 NMP/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
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing52 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL98 NMP/100 mL
29/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
25/05/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
11/05/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
27/04/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
22/09/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing288 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
07/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
26/05/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
12/05/2025Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL122 NMP/100 mL
21/04/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
23/09/2024Suitable for bathing104 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing272 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing226 NMP/100 mL63 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2024Suitable for bathing135 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL62 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
27/05/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
13/05/2024Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/04/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL40 UFC/100 mL
29/08/2023Suitable for bathing230 NMP/100 mL150 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
24/07/2023Suitable for bathing52 NMP/100 mL10 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 24/08/2026. 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 Es Grau forms a small bay beside the urban centre of the same name, which leaves it very sheltered from waves. It is a golden-sand beach 590 metres long and 35 metres wide, with vegetation and surroundings protected because of their ANEI and Parque Natural status. It can easily be reached on foot, by car or by boat; the beach has parking for more than 100 vehicles, toilets and water-sports hire. It is also part of the GR-223 route, the Camí de Cavalls.

Length590 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width35 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By car · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Bins
Cleaning service
Water-sports hire
Anchorage
MarinaClub Marítimo de Mahón

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, bins and a cleaning service.

Activities

Published information identifies water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Club Marítimo de Mahón marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
✓
BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Nearest health facilityHospital Mateu Orfila · 9.5 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Me-5.

Location

Directions

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