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Jávea/Xàbia · Alicante
Playa La Barraca-El Portitxol
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
Water26 °CDaily high28 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa de La Granadella · 3.5 km
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 wind6 km/h · 241°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
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 high cloud and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind NE at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 21°High 28°
MorningOvercastAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NW · 6 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 58–92% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast with light rain
Low 19°High 27°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 55% ↝ NW · 11 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 63–100% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 22°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 88–100% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 18°High 29°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ NE · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 52 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 190 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 26 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 110 UFC/100 mL | 53 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 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 26/06/2026. 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 La Barraca-El Portitxol is located in a natural area under special protection, integrated into the Red Natura 2000 network and a protected natural area. Vegetation and the protected status of the coastal frontage define its identity in Jávea/Xàbia, Alicante. The public name retains its two references and distinguishes the site without adding external information. As the record provides no length, composition, access or services, the description is limited to the documented natural setting and avoids completing the picture with unsupported features.
SettingNaturalLevel of development
Coastal settingSpecially protected natural areaSurrounding landscape
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Location
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