SkyOvercast with light rain
Mojácar · Almería
Playa Piedra Villazar
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
298 mSand / Rock / Gravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Water22 °CDaily high22 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa El Descargador · 0.7 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 wind8 km/h · 348°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 light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 95% chance of rain and wind N at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 17°High 22°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 1 km/h Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 45–87% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 24°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ W · 31 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 23–91% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 13°High 17°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 67–79% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 12°High 24°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Humidity 50–85% ☀ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 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 | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 3 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 | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 25 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 | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 5 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 | 400 UFC/100 mL | 17 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 62 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 14/09/2026. 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 Piedra Villazar takes its name from the rocky structure set into a shore of dark sand, rock and gravel. The urban beach is 298 metres long and 20 metres wide, located opposite the Parque Comercial, with high occupancy and moderate swell. The immediate surroundings include the Parador de Turismo de Mojácar, while the beach itself offers wooden walkways, catering, a sports area and a children’s playground. It is easily reached on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces and urban and interurban buses.
Length298 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / Rock / GravelPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Garrucha marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus and intercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Inmaculada · 37 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AL-5105.
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 Piedra Villazar
1
Restaurante Cabo NorteCalle Piedra Villazar 1
85 mapprox.
2
Gastro MalabarPaseo del Mediterráneo 349, Mojácar Playa
90 mapprox.
3
The Best KebabPaseo del Mediterráneo, Mojácar Playa
113 mapprox.
4
KontikiPaseo del Mediterráneo 54, Mojácar Playa
185 mapprox.
5
Turkish KebabPaseo del Mediterráneo 333, Mojácar Playa
202 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa Piedra Villazar
1
AuroraAvenida de Andalucía 26, Mojácar Playa
194 mapprox.
2
Playa Juana Beach ClubPaseo del Mediterráneo 52, Mojácar Playa
250 mapprox.
3
Pura VidaCalle Duende 1, Mojácar Playa
274 mapprox.
4
Sky BarPaseo del Mediterráneo 62, Mojácar Playa
277 mapprox.
5
El ToroCalle Duende 1, Mojácar Playa
303 mapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa Piedra Villazar
1
Parador de MojácarPaseo del Mediterráneo 339, Mojácar Playa
157 mapprox.
2
Mojacar PlayaCalle Málaga 1, Mojácar Playa
399 mapprox.
3
MDA Playa del CantalCalle El Cantal 5, Mojácar Playa
488 mapprox.
4
Hotel Rancho del MarPaseo del Mediterráneo 377, Mojácar Playa
688 mapprox.
5
Pensión ProvenzalPaseo del Mediterráneo 393, Mojácar Playa
942 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa Piedra VillazarAbout 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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