Is الشاطئ الكبير good for swimming today?
الشاطئ الكبير has BeachFinder Score: 89/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: الشاطئ الكبير today
الشاطئ الكبير is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 3 km/h · S, uv 4.3, waves 0.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 89/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
23°C
Wind
3 km/h · S
UV
4.3
Waves
0.8 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 02:00 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 89/100
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Updated: Nov 6, 02:00 AM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
16°C
Feels like
18°C
UV index
4.3
Wind
3 km/h · S
Gust 8 km/h
Waves
0.8 m
Current
0 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
الشاطئ الكبير
Le Shatieh al-Kabir extends along the northeastern Algerian coast, in the Tamanrasset region, in immediate proximity to the Bay of Béjaïa. Located just 200 meters from Plage DZ and 2.1 kilometers from Shatieh al-Marjan (Coral Beach) towards Qala, this sandy shoreline is part of a succession of beaches characterizing this segment of the Algerian Mediterranean coast. The coast here features typical shallow bay geomorphology, with a mountainous hinterland gradually sloping towards a generally calm sea in summer. Exposure is moderate, protected from the strongest swells by the bay's configuration. Shatieh al-Kabir is distinguished by its fine, golden sand, which gradually extends to accessible underwater depths. Unlike Calissar, located 3.5 kilometers further east and known for its rock formations, this beach offers a continuous and regular sandy strip. The atmosphere remains that of a semi-developed Mediterranean coastline: the sand retains a natural hue, without an overload of permanent facilities, and the proximity of small fishing villages gives the site an authentically local dimension. The waters are acceptably clear, especially in late summer. The site has no official supervision and lacks formal infrastructure. It has not been awarded Blue Flag status. Access remains free and informal, typical of Algerian beaches in this coastal region where tourist development is limited. Visitors should anticipate the absence of permanent sanitary facilities or designated parking areas.
About this spot
The name 'Shatieh al-Kabir' literally means 'The Great Beach' in Arabic, a designation reflecting its relative size compared to the small neighboring coves. This Algerian coast, historically a traditional Mediterranean fishing area, remains largely untransformed by mass tourism. During the 1990s and 2000s, the region experienced population growth linked to the establishment of small artisanal fishing ports; Shatieh al-Kabir thus remains frequented mainly by local residents and fishermen who dock their boats there at the end of the day, rather than by organized tourist flows.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at الشاطئ الكبير today?
23°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is الشاطئ الكبير today?
3 km/h · S. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at الشاطئ الكبير?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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