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Quick answer: شاطئ العنصر today
شاطئ العنصر is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 22°C, wind 6 km/h · SE, uv 4.4, waves 0.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 90/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
22°C
Wind
6 km/h · SE
UV
4.4
Waves
0.4 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 5, 09:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 90/100
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Updated: Nov 5, 09:00 PM
Water temp
22°C
Air temp
18°C
Feels like
19°C
UV index
4.4
Wind
6 km/h · SE
Gust 10 km/h
Waves
0.4 m
Current
1 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
شاطئ العنصر
Located on the Algerian northwest coast, about 35 km west of Oran, the coastline of this region is characterized by limestone cliffs plunging into the Mediterranean, interspersed with small sandy coves. The bay opens widely to the north, exposed to Atlantic swells crossing the Strait of Gibraltar. The shore, dominated by ochre and gray rock formations, offers a succession of fine sandy beaches alternating with rocky promontories typical of this rugged coast. This sandy beach slopes gently towards clear waters, framed by rocks that partially protect it from offshore winds. Unlike the urban beaches of Oran, it retains a less developed character. 2.6 km to the east is Plage des Andalouses, known for its historical remains, while Plage DZ, 3.8 km away, marks the entrance to a more densely frequented coastal area. The sand, fine and slightly golden, hosts varied coastal fauna during the summer. Access to this beach remains basic: no lifeguard service is provided, and the lack of facilities for accessibility for people with reduced mobility limits its use. No sanitary or parking facilities are reported on site. It does not fly the Blue Flag, reflecting the general state of coastal infrastructure in this Algerian region.
About this spot
The name "العنصر" (al-'unṣur) literally means "the element" in Arabic, a generic designation that reflects the absence of a specific local mythology attached to this shore. This Algerian coast, long dominated by Mediterranean powers—Phoenicians, Romans, then Ottomans—has retained few visible monumental traces. The limestone cliffs overlooking the beach, however, bear the marks of millennia of marine erosion. During the French colonial period, this coastal region was little developed compared to the seaside resorts of western Algeria, and it has retained this discretion to this day, frequented mainly by residents of neighboring towns rather than organized tourism.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at شاطئ العنصر today?
22°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is شاطئ العنصر today?
6 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at شاطئ العنصر?
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