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Benalmádena · Málaga
Playa Fuente de La Salud
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
150 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high27 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide02:51Low tide19:58JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05
Now
Forecast for 15:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para la llegada o acumulación de medusas. Este tramo dispone de una relación viento-medusas más débil; el resultado se mantiene deliberadamente conservador. Es una estimación ambiental y no confirma presencia ni ausencia en esta playa.
Accumulated wind6 km/h · 158°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 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SE at 16 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 22°High 27°
MorningClearAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 0% ↝ E · 10 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 47–80% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Tomorrow
Overcast with light rain
Low 20°High 23°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonMist
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 4 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 75–93% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 10 km/h Humidity 88–97% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 28°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 55–85% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Moderate waves
Water temperature21 °C
WindE · 10 km/h
Referencia: Playa Fuente de la Salud · 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 · 77.6 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:51 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 55 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 32 UFC/100 mL | 160 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 120 UFC/100 mL | 32 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 13 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 15 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 23 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 38 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 12 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 13 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 13 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 120 UFC/100 mL | 62 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 13 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 7/09/2026. 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 Fuente de La Salud is an urban beach of dark sand, integrated into an urban waterfront with a promenade and vegetation. Its 130-metre length and 60-metre width form a very frequently visited, family-oriented space with moderate waves. It is easily accessed on foot or by car via Avenida Antonio Machado, although parking has fewer than 50 spaces; there is also an interurban connection. Practical facilities include toilets, showers, foot-washing points, food, hire of sun loungers and parasols, nautical services and a children's playground.
Length150 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFinePublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
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 water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto de Benalmarina marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHAR - Hospital de Alta Resolución de Benalmádena · 5 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Avda. Antonio Machado.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa Fuente de La SaludDrinks and cafés
near Playa Fuente de La SaludWhere to stay
near Playa Fuente de La Salud
1
Grupotel Ocean HouseCalle de Salvador Allende 45, Torremolinos
154 mapprox.
2
MAC Puerto Marina BenalmádenaAvenida Puerto Deportivo, Benalmádena
155 mapprox.
3
Sol Timor ApartamentosCalle Salvador Allende 43, Torremolinos
244 mapprox.
4
Hotel Riu Palace NautilusCalle Decano José Gómez Rando 39, Torremolinos
306 mapprox.
5
Hotel La BarracudaAvenida de España 1, Torremolinos
460 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa Fuente de La SaludAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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