Very favourable
Score85Wind13 km/hLevanteLight
Gusts31.6 km/hBothersome
Shore0.5 mCalm
Temp.28.9 °C
Water approx.25.4 °C
Carboneras
Credits
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Best: 8:00–14:00
Very favourable8:00–14:00
Less favourable14:00–20:00
Wind2–17 km/h
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Gusts9–32 km/h
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Shore0.2–0.5 m
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About this beach
Carboneras offers wide, accessible beaches with a local atmosphere. It is a practical option for sea, nearby services and a comfortable experience on Almeria's eastern coast.
Long urban sandy beach
Plan your visit
Services and access
Urban accessVariable parkingFood nearbyShowers: yesLifeguards in seasonFamily friendly
Wide urban beach
Nearby services in several sections
How to get there
Simple access from Carboneras, with urban beach and promenade by the town.
Open in Google MapsAccessibility
Walkway to the shoreAdapted toiletAdapted showerShaded areaAmphibious chairAssisted bathing
Advisory information. Accessibility services may depend on season, schedule, maintenance and municipal availability.
Nearby alternatives today
El Sombrerico
7 km/hLevante0.3 m27.2 °C26.0 °CWater approx.
Frequently asked questions
Are there jellyfish at Carboneras 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 Carboneras does not mean the water is clear: it only means nobody has reported anything.
What is the best time of day to visit Carboneras?
The page splits the day into hours and marks the most favourable stretches for Carboneras 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 Carboneras?
We publish the forecast sea surface temperature for Carboneras, 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 Carboneras 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.