El Ejido · Almería

Playa Poniente Almerimar

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,950 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high24 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature23 °CFeels like 23 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity60%
WindE 9 km/hGusts 16 km/h
Maximum UV3

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 wind11 km/h · 294°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of El Ejido
Today17:00☂23°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 9 km/h
Today20:00☂21°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Today23:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NW 13 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁19°Cloudy☂ 75% · ↝ W 15 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☀19°Clear☂ 75% · ↝ W 48 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀18°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 38 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 42 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐22°Sunny intervals☂ 15% · ↝ W 42 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐20°Sunny intervals☂ 15% · ↝ W 37 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 35 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 30 km/h
Friday 1302:00☀18°Clear · ↝ W 25 km/h
Friday 1305:00☀17°Clear · ↝ W 35 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 23 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 23 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 9 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

☂

Overcast with light rain

Low 20°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ N · 10 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 50–84% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

☀

Clear

Low 18°High 23°
MorningClearAfternoonSunny intervals
☂ Rain 75% ↝ W · 42 km/h Gusts 71 km/h Humidity 67–97% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ W · 25 km/h Gusts 53 km/h Humidity 80–88% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals

Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ W · 20 km/h Humidity 60–80% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61100902M04902H1
E. coli7 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci6 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
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
31/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing33 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing140 UFC/100 mL14 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Poniente Almerimar occupies the heart of the Almerimar tourist centre with 1,950 metres of dark sand and a width of 90 metres. The urban frontage is accompanied by a seafront promenade, vegetation and an anchorage area, in a setting with high visitor numbers and moderate, windy conditions. Its practical character is reflected in the range of facilities: toilets, showers, nautical equipment hire, a sports area, a children's playground and an accessible point. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the AL-906.

Length1,950 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width90 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
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
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Sports area
Children’s area
Surfing area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Almerimar

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Almerimar marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
✓
BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsOfficial service published
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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 · 6 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AL-906.

Location

Directions

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