SkyOvercast with rain
Sorvilán · Granada
Playa Las Cañas
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
835 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high19 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Melicena · 0.5 km
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind9 km/h · 306°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 1 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 16°High 19°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 16 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 60–96% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 15°High 18°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ W · 21 km/h Gusts 61 km/h Humidity 56–95% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 13°High 15°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 20 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 69–76% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 12°High 18°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ W · 15 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 20 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 13 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 310 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 75 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 23 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 75 UFC/100 mL | 190 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 27 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 9 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
Playa Las Cañas is an isolated beach of dark sand adjoining Playa Melicena, reaching 835 metres in length and 20 metres in width. The coastal frontage is recorded as semi-urban, but low occupancy and the absence of services create a lightly transformed stretch. Its waters are calm and the stated access is easy on foot, with an interurban bus 600 metres away. The road reference is the N-340, although the listing does not detail any facilities of its own on the shore.
Length835 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo Adra (Almería) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus · 600 m away.
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilitySanta Ana · 36 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from N-340.
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
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