Albuñol · Granada

Playa La Rabita

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,000 mGravel
Water19 °CDaily high24 °CUV3WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity77%
WindN 6 km/hGusts 14 km/h
Water19 °C
Maximum UV3
WavesSlight

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 wind8 km/h · 343°Water temperature19 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Albuñol
Today16:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 8 km/h
Today19:00☂18°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 9 km/h
Today22:00☂18°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 3 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☂19°Cloudy with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ N 3 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☀18°Clear☂ 80% · ↝ W 15 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀19°Clear☂ 20% · ↝ W 34 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁19°Mostly cloudy☂ 20% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☀20°Clear☂ 85% · ↝ NW 33 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂20°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow19:00◐18°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 11 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀17°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 17 km/h
Friday 1301:00☀16°Clear · ↝ NW 29 km/h
Friday 1304:00☀16°Clear · ↝ W 9 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 18°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 55–89% ≈ slight ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 17°High 22°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ fuerte Gusts 59 km/h Humidity 53–91% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 15°High 21°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ moderado Gusts 46 km/h Humidity 66–73% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 14°High 21°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ W · 15 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
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Slight

Water temperature19 °C

WindLight

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 19 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61400006M18006B1
E. coli5 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci5 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
21/09/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
08/09/2026Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL53 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
22/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
08/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing107 UFC/100 mL12 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
07/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
23/06/2025Suitable for bathing28 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL29 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
13/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
08/09/2023Suitable for bathing11 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
07/09/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL9 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 21/09/2026. 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 La Rabita is an urban shingle beach beside the settlement of the same name, extending for 1,000 metres with a width of 30 metres. The urban frontage and calm waters coexist with an agricultural setting marked by intensive greenhouse cultivation. Occupancy is medium, and the beach has a promenade, catering, a sports area, a children's playground and an anchorage area. It is easily accessed on foot or by car, with parking for between 50 and 100 spaces and an interurban bus 300 metres away.

Length1,000 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

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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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus · 300 m away.

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 · 37 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340.

Location

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