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Cala del Ave María 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 del Ave María today
Cala del Ave María is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 3 km/h · N, 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
3 km/h · N
UV
7.7
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 12:15 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: Aug 12, 12:15 AM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
36°C
UV index
7.7
Wind
3 km/h · N
Gust 8 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
0 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Cala del Ave María
Cala del Ave María is located on the rugged southeastern Andalusian coast, near Almería, where the Sierra de Gata plunges directly into the Mediterranean. This stretch of coast, characterized by limestone cliffs and steep coves, marks the transition between the more accessible beaches of the region and the rocky areas that intensify to the east. The water, remarkably clear, reveals the rocky seabed typical of this area where Mediterranean upwelling maintains relatively cool temperatures even in summer. The cove is distinguished by its wild, mineral character, contrasting sharply with Playa de los Genoveses (0.6 km), which benefits from better access and more consistent visitor numbers, as well as Playa de La Calilla (1.1 km), which is more sheltered and sandy. Reaching Cala del Ave María requires a steep descent from the coastal road; the site remains sparsely equipped, preserving an atmosphere of relative solitude. The rocks bordering the cove offer accessible snorkeling spots, while swimming requires a certain comfort in the water due to local currents and the absence of a wide beach. No major infrastructure supports the site: no dedicated parking, no supervision, no access for people with reduced mobility. Blue Flag status does not apply. Access is exclusively via coastal paths or from adjacent coves, which naturally limits visitor numbers to informed visitors and coastal hikers.
About this spot
The name 'Ave María' evokes the Christian tradition of Spanish sailors who long dominated this coast. Until the 16th century, these coves served as refuges for galleys and merchant ships fleeing Barbary attacks from the Maghreb. The local geology, composed of dolomitic limestones and schists, has shaped these small bays into natural amphitheaters. Even today, local fishermen know every corner of these rocky seabeds, where Mediterranean species thrive away from offshore trawlers.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Cala del Ave María today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Cala del Ave María today?
3 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Cala del Ave María?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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