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Quick answer: Playa de La Calilla today
Playa de La Calilla is a BeachFinder spot in DZ, DZ. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 5 km/h · NE, uv 7.7, waves 0.1 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
5 km/h · NE
UV
7.7
Waves
0.1 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 01:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
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Updated: Aug 12, 01:15 AM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
35°C
UV index
7.7
Wind
5 km/h · NE
Gust 13 km/h
Waves
0.1 m
Current
0 km/h · N
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa de La Calilla
Playa de La Calilla is part of the Mediterranean coastline of the province of Almería, in eastern Andalusia, about 40 kilometers east of Almería city. This coast, characterized by ochre limestone cliffs and narrow coves, belongs to one of the driest regions in Spain, where the Tabernas desert descends to the sea. The shore alternates between fine sand beaches and rock formations that plunge directly into the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean. La Calilla is a small beach of golden sand, framed by rocky walls that protect it from the prevailing winds. 0.6 kilometers to the south is Playa de San José, more developed and frequented, while 1.1 kilometers to the north lies Cala del Ave María, more intimate and rocky. Unlike these two neighbors, La Calilla retains a less touristy character, with a gentle slope facilitating gradual access to the water and a moderate depth for the first few meters. The atmosphere remains quiet, dominated by the sound of the waves and the absence of massive constructions in the background. The site has no formal infrastructure: no lifeguard supervision, no sanitary facilities, or organized parking. Access remains free and unrestricted, but the lack of facilities implies a certain visitor autonomy. The beach has not obtained the Blue Flag label. Swimming conditions depend entirely on the seasons and local weather conditions, typical of the semi-arid climate of Almería.
About this spot
The name 'La Calilla' derives from the Spanish diminutive 'cala,' meaning small cove or bay. This region of the Almería coast has long served as a refuge for fishermen and smugglers fleeing coastal authorities. The surrounding cliffs, formed during the Miocene, constitute an open-air geological laboratory where sedimentary layers tell millions of years of marine history. According to local accounts, the natural caves carved into the adjacent cliffs served as hiding places for Barbary corsairs in the 16th and 17th centuries. Today, this succession of coves remains one of the least anthropized coastal areas in southeastern Spain, partly preserved by geographical isolation and the arid climate that discourages mass tourist development.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa de La Calilla today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa de La Calilla today?
5 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa de La Calilla?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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