Playa Sabinillas
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Manilva · Málaga

Playa Sabinillas

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,134 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3WavesSlightHigh tide03:41Low tide20:43JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with rain
Temperature19 °CFeels like 19 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity84%
WindNE 10 km/hGusts 21 km/h
Water21 °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 wind13 km/h · 31°Water temperature21 °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 Manilva
Today17:00☂19°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Today20:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Today23:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 20 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ W 28 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂19°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ W 12 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☂18°Cloudy with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 11 km/h
Tomorrow11:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 27 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐21°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 26 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀19°Clear☂ 90% · ↝ W 14 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀18°Clear☂ 90% · ↝ W 13 km/h
Friday 1302:00☁18°Cloudy · ↝ W 12 km/h
Friday 1305:00☂17°Cloudy with light rain · ↝ W 10 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind NE at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 18°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 58 km/h Humidity 76–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 18°High 24°
MorningClearAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 68–89% ≈ slight ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 16°High 24°
MorningClearAfternoonChubascos
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 81–90% ≈ slight ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals with rain

Low 16°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

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

Water temperature21 °C

WindModerate

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Siguientes mareas

↓ Bajamar20:43Today · 0.42 m
↑ Pleamar03:41Tomorrow · 1.04 m
↓ Bajamar08:50Tomorrow · 0.52 m
↑ Pleamar15:46Tomorrow · 1.06 m
↓ Bajamar21:18Tomorrow · 0.47 m
↑ Pleamar04:18Friday 13 · 1.03 m
↓ Bajamar09:26Friday 13 · 0.56 m
↑ Pleamar16:21Friday 13 · 1.03 m

Predicción de referencia: Sotogrande · 10.5 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:41 and low tide at 20:43.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61700068M29068A1
E. coli16 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci8 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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
21/09/2026Suitable for bathing16 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
07/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025No published assessment4 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing31 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025No published assessment9 UFC/100 ml14 UFC/100 ml
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025No published assessment5 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL26 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025No published assessment5 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025No published assessment3 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025No published assessment1 UFC/100 ml1 UFC/100 ml
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025No published assessment5 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025No published assessment3 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 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 Sabinillas extends between the Maicandil stream and the Manilva river, with the entire waterfront occupied by the settlement of San Luis de Sabinillas and separated from the sea by its promenade. Its 1,134-metre length and 85-metre width form an urban beach of dark sand and calm waters. The beach is also identified as an area of historical interest. It is easily reached on foot or by car, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces and an interurban connection between Estepona and La Línea. Facilities include restaurants, nautical equipment and a sports area.

Length1,134 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width85 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
Sports area
Children’s area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Deportivo La Duquesa

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, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo La Duquesa 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: Estepona - La Route de la Concepción (Cádiz)

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard staff · Emergency 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 Estepona · 30 km

Access and accessibility

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

Location

Directions

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