SkyHigh cloud
Cuevas del Almanzora · Almería
Playa Palomares
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,400 mGravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high29 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
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 wind9 km/h · 23°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 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 19 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 21°High 29°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NE · 11 km/h Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 48–82% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 19°High 28°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ N · 15 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 49–90% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
High cloud
Low 19°High 22°
☂ Rain 45% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 70–82% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 18°High 30°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 50–90% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea state
Sea conditions
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Moderate waves
Water temperature25 °C
WindNE · 11 km/h
Referencia: Playa de Quitapellejos-Palomares · 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.Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 300 UFC/100 mL | 45 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 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 | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 78 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 15 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 4 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 31/08/2026. 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
Playa Palomares, also identified in the listing as Quitapellejos-Palomares, combines an open beach with a strongly defined vegetated landscape: a dense forest of pines and eucalyptus backs the sandy shore. The stretch is 1,400 metres long and 40 metres wide, although the recorded composition is gravel, while the textual information describes the sand as golden and fine. Its isolated character and medium-high level of use complete the picture of an extensive coastal space with a notable presence of vegetation beside the shore.
Length1,400 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionGravelPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
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 Palomares
1
AKUA PalomaresPlaya Quitapellejos, Palomares
91 mapprox.
2
La Buena MesaRestaurant in Cuevas del Almanzora
640 mapprox.
3
Bar-Restaurante MonikaPalomares
772 mapprox.
4
Restaurante Asador Four SeasonsRestaurant in Cuevas del Almanzora
780 mapprox.
5
Taj MahalRestaurant in Cuevas del Almanzora
796 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa PalomaresWhere to stay
near Playa Palomares
1
Hotel Vera Playa NaturismoHotel in Cuevas del Almanzora
632 mapprox.
2
Zimbali PlayaHotel in Cuevas del Almanzora
2.2 kmapprox.
3
Home Star ThalassaCalle del Tomillo 2, Vera Playa
2.3 kmapprox.
4
la Marea de ThalassaCalle del Tomillo 2, Vera playa
2.4 kmapprox.
5
Apartahotel ReinaHotel in Cuevas del Almanzora
2.8 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa PalomaresAbout 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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