Balerma / Balanegra · El Ejido / Balanegra

Playa de Balerma al atardecer en Almería
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Very favourable

Score95
Wind7 km/hSouthLight
Gusts19.7 km/h
Shore0.1 mCalm
Temp.26.9 °C
Water approx.23.8 °C
Very favourable8:00–20:00
Wind3–9 km/h
6
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7
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9
8
8
Gusts10–21 km/h
11
11
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10
15
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19
Shore0.1 m
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
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Swimming, family, walking and full day: Good

About this beach

Balerma / Balanegra groups a wide, quiet beach area on Almeria's western coast, with local atmosphere and room for a simple day by the sea. It suits visitors looking for a family-friendly, less touristy option.

Wide open beach with sand and fine gravel

Plan your visit

Services and access

Urban accessVariable parkingFood nearbyShowers: yesLifeguards in seasonFamily friendly

Grouped area with similar behaviour between Balerma and Balanegra

Check the accessible point, flag and season schedule

How to get there

Comfortable access from Balerma and Balanegra, with entries near the beach and parking depending on season.

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Accessibility

Partial walkwayAdapted toiletAdapted showerShaded areaAmphibious chairAssisted bathing

Advisory information. Accessibility services may depend on season, schedule, maintenance and municipal availability.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there jellyfish at Balerma / Balanegra today?

We show the jellyfish sightings people report from the beach itself. Each report stays visible for 48 hours and is grouped by how recent it is, so you can tell a sighting from a couple of hours ago from one made the day before. No recent report for Balerma / Balanegra does not mean the water is clear: it only means nobody has reported anything.

What is the best time of day to visit Balerma / Balanegra?

The page splits the day into hours and marks the most favourable stretches for Balerma / Balanegra based on forecast wind, gusts and waves. Morning and afternoon often differ, especially with an easterly. The recommended window sits next to the forecast for whichever day you pick.

How warm is the water at Balerma / Balanegra?

We publish the forecast sea surface temperature for Balerma / Balanegra, sourced from Open-Meteo. It describes the surface layer only: in coves with currents or cold-water inflows the water can feel noticeably colder when you get in.

How often is Balerma / Balanegra updated?

The page is rebuilt at least once an hour with the latest available forecast, and it warns you in a box of its own when the data has gone too long without refreshing. Everything here is advisory and never replaces the flag flown at the beach, the lifeguards or local signage.

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