Is Cala Cativa good for swimming today?
Cala Cativa has BeachFinder Score: 76/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Cala Cativa today
Cala Cativa is a BeachFinder spot in ES-E, ES. Today, compare water temperature 25°C, wind 26 km/h · NE, uv 7.2, waves 0.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 76/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
25°C
Wind
26 km/h · NE
UV
7.2
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Jul 11, 03:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 76/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Jul 11, 03:45 AM
Water temp
25°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
26°C
UV index
7.2
Wind
26 km/h · NE
Gust 32 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
0 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Cala Cativa
Cala Cativa is a very small natural beach in El Port de la Selva, on the Costa Brava, in the Cap de Creus peninsula. It is located between Cala Tamariua and Cala Fornells, within the Cap de Creus Natural Park. The beach is oriented to the north. Its dimensions are very small: 6 meters long and 9.5 meters wide. It is made up of pebbles. Access is on foot via the camí de ronda from Cala Tamariua. Nearby landmarks include Platja de El Pas at 1.3 km, Cala Galera at 2.2 km, Cala Talabre at 2.5 km, and Platja del Racó del Bell Fons at 4.1 km. For today, this spot should be considered as a tiny cove accessible on foot in the Cap de Creus, with very little space available.
About this spot
Cala Cativa is a tiny cove in Cap de Creus: 6 meters long, 9.5 meters wide, with pebbles. It is reached on foot via the camí de ronda from Cala Tamariua. Its format requires planning for a very simple and uncrowded visit.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Cala Cativa today?
25°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Cala Cativa today?
26 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Cala Cativa?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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