SkyOvercast with light rain
Mojácar · Almería
Playa de Punta del Cantal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
601 mSand
Water22 °CDaily high22 °CUV3JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00Reference sea area: Playa El Descargador · 2.4 km
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 18:00, 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 NW at 3 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
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de Punta del Cantal is recognisable by the large cantal stone standing on the sand, opposite the campsite. The beach extends for 601 metres and is 30 metres wide, formed by dark sand on a semi-urban frontage with a seafront promenade. Occupancy is high and the waves are moderate. It is easy to reach on foot or by car from the AL-5105, with parking for more than 100 spaces, an urban bus, changing rooms with foot-washing facilities, showers, food service, and hammock and parasol hire.
Length601 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
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 water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Garrucha marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Inmaculada · 37 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. 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 de Punta del Cantal
1
The King ChickenPaseo del Mediterráneo 241, Mojácar Playa
69 mapprox.
2
AmanecerPaseo del Mediterráneo 241, Mojácar Playa
71 mapprox.
3
PiamontePaseo del Mediterráneo, Mojácar Playa
78 mapprox.
4
Don PanchoPaseo del Mediterráneo 22, Mojácar Playa
79 mapprox.
5
CanallaPaseo del Mediterráneo, Mojácar Playa
85 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa de Punta del Cantal
1
BellagioPaseo del Mediterráneo 237, Mojácar Playa
105 mapprox.
2
Bocaina Beach ClubAvenida del Mediterráneo 26, Mojácar Playa
149 mapprox.
3
La BodegaPaseo del Mediterráneo 261, Mojácar Playa
287 mapprox.
4
Flamenco Pool ClubPaseo del Mediterráneo 30, Mojácar Playa
389 mapprox.
5
De tap roomPaseo del Mediterráneo 227, Mojácar Playa
422 mapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa de Punta del Cantal
1
Hotel Playa BocainaPaseo del Mediterráneo 245, Mojácar Playa
102 mapprox.
2
El PuntazoPaseo del Mediterráneo 257, Mojácar Playa
176 mapprox.
3
Apartamentos Turísticos Best Pueblo IndaloPaseo del Mediterráneo 233, Mojácar Playa
225 mapprox.
4
La Casa de José Y AnaCalle de Murillo 1, Mojácar
325 mapprox.
5
Hotel PlayaPaseo del Mediterráneo 30, Mojácar Playa
354 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa de Punta del CantalAbout 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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