Very favourable
Score95Wind9 km/hSouthLight
Gusts27.2 km/h
Shore0.2 mCalm
Temp.29.5 °C
Water approx.23.7 °C
Zapillo · Almería
Very favourable8:00–20:00
Wind3–11 km/h
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Gusts13–27 km/h
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Shore0.1–0.2 m
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About this beach
El Zapillo is the most urban beach in Almeria capital, with promenade, bars, services and a strong local feel. It is perfect for going without a car and enjoying the sea close to the centre.
Urban beach with promenade
Plan your visit
Services and access
Urban accessVariable parkingFood nearbyShowers: yesLifeguards in seasonFamily friendly
Urban beach in Almeria capital
Very convenient if you are not using a car
How to get there
Direct access from Almeria capital, with the beach beside the promenade.
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
Playa del Palmer
6 km/hSouth0.3 m26.4 °C23.8 °CWater approx.
Frequently asked questions
Are there jellyfish at Zapillo 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 Zapillo does not mean the water is clear: it only means nobody has reported anything.
What is the best time of day to visit Zapillo?
The page splits the day into hours and marks the most favourable stretches for Zapillo 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 Zapillo?
We publish the forecast sea surface temperature for Zapillo, 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 Zapillo 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.