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Cala d'Oques has BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Cala d'Oques today
Cala d'Oques is a BeachFinder spot in ES-E, ES. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 9 km/h · E, uv 7.7, waves 0.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
27°C
Wind
9 km/h · E
UV
7.7
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jul 10, 10:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Jul 10, 10:15 AM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
31°C
Feels like
31°C
UV index
7.7
Wind
9 km/h · E
Gust 24 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
0 km/h · SW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Cala d'Oques
Cala d'Oques stretches along the coast of Castellón, in the Valencian Community, about 50 km north of Castelló de la Plana. This portion of the Mediterranean coast is characterized by a succession of small coves and fine sandy beaches, framed by modest limestone cliffs and sparse Mediterranean vegetation. The hinterland, sparsely populated, retains the rural character of the Maestrazgo's inland areas. The beach itself offers a strip of compact golden sand, about a hundred meters deep, exposed to northeasterly winds. Unlike Caleta de l'alguer, located just 0.4 km away and often more frequented, Cala d'Oques remains quieter and less developed. Cala Justell, 2.8 km away, offers a similar but more enclosed configuration. The water entry is gradual, without marked sandbars, and rocky bottoms emerge in places along the beach. Access is via a small coastal path without formal parking nearby. No service infrastructure is located there: no toilets, showers, or restaurant on site. The beach is not Blue Flag certified and has no supervision. The lack of facilities for people with reduced mobility makes it difficult to access for visitors with disabilities.
About this spot
The toponym 'Oques' likely derives from the Catalan 'oca' (goose), an animal once common in the coastal wetlands of the region. This cove is part of the vast network of calas that dot the Costa del Azahar, formed by the differential erosion of Jurassic and Cretaceous limestones. During winter storms, local fishermen sought refuge there with their boats, hence its ancient strategic importance. Today, it remains a stopover for coastal hikers following the GR 92 trail, the great Spanish Mediterranean route.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Cala d'Oques today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Cala d'Oques today?
9 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Cala d'Oques?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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