Is Cala Palmito good for swimming today?
Cala Palmito has BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Cala Palmito today
Cala Palmito is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 5 km/h · NE, uv 7.8, waves 0.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
27°C
Wind
5 km/h · NE
UV
7.8
Waves
0.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 04:30 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 12, 04:30 AM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
35°C
UV index
7.8
Wind
5 km/h · NE
Gust 19 km/h
Waves
0.1 m
Current
1 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Cala Palmito
Cala Palmito is a small cove in the Cabo de Gata area, very close to Mónsul, Barronal and Cala de la Media Luna. This is the kind of spot where the decision depends less on a long list of facilities and more on the conditions of the moment: wind direction, swell, feels-like temperature, UV index and water clarity. The setting is shaped by the volcanic relief of the area, with dark rocks, dry light and a coastline that can quickly shift from calm lagoon feeling to a more exposed sea. On BeachFinder, this page helps you check sea temperature, air temperature, feels-like temperature, wind speed, UV index, waves and currents before going down to the cove. That is especially useful here, because the small calas near Mónsul leave little margin for comfort: a poorly oriented wind can make swimming less pleasant, while a calm sea turns the cove into a highly photogenic swimming and photo spot. Live data also helps avoid choosing only from a picture, which matters in a short cove where exposure changes fast. Before leaving, check the parking, toilets, showers, accessible access and restaurants detected around the area. Cala Palmito combines well with Cala Peineta, Playa de Mónsul or Playa del Barronal if you want to compare several options on foot or by car. For a more reliable outing, compare wind strength and UV level between these spots before you move.
About this spot
The charm of Cala Palmito comes from its small scale. It sits in a natural cinematic landscape: nearby Mónsul is known for volcanic shapes and dunes, while the smaller calas around it keep a more hidden feeling. The smart move is to check wind and UV first, then choose the most sheltered cove for the conditions of the day.
Updated 5/9/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Cala Palmito today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Cala Palmito today?
5 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Cala Palmito?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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