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Cala Carbón

59FairAguas de piscina. Sin el olor a cloro.
Níjar·Almería·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of Cala Carbón

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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:13Sunrise
13h 45mDaylight hours
20:58Sunset

Tides at Cala Carbón today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
03:20
2.6m
▼ Low
09:32
0.3m
▲ High
15:45
2.5m
▼ Low
21:57
0.3m
Coefficient: 119Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Cala Carbón

Open-Meteo
20°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
80%Humidity

Wind at Cala Carbón today

NESO
Speed12 km/h
Max gust29 km/h
DirectionENE

Flag and jellyfish at Cala Carbón

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at Cala Carbón

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
12km/h ENE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 12km/h
Windsurf
12km/h ENE
Kitesurf
Poco viento
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Niebla
22° 18°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
22° 19°
Seco
Dom 3
Nublado
21° 18°
Seco
Lun 4
Nublado
21° 18°
Seco
Mar 5
Nubes
22° 17°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie difícil
RoadAL-3115
Bus typeInterurbano
MarinaClub Náutico de San José (7 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
19%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near Cala Carbón

No restaurants found nearby

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Hotels near Cala Carbón

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Casa de la Media Luna
★☆☆☆☆
3369m · €
Web+34 626 99 88 64
Apartahotel Vistamar San José
★★★☆☆
4960m · €€
Web+34 950611090

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Tau
Camping· ★★★
6.3 km · Motorhomes · Tents
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchasWiFi
Web+34 950 380 166
⛺
Cabo de Gata Camper Park
Autocaravanas· ★★
9.7 km · Motorhomes · Dog-friendly
VaciadoDuchasLavanderíaWiFi
Web+34 673 821 888

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleNo · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersNo · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Cala Carbón

MITECO 2024
Length150 m
Average width15 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeMontaña
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
Protected areaYes
MunicipalityNíjar
ProvinceAlmería
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.729746° N, -2.156738° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo
Distance28 km.
Call 950158015112

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About Cala CarbónEverything you need to know ↓

La Cala Carbón es otra de las pequeñas calas incluidas en el Parque Natural de Cabo de Gata, aislada y con difícil acceso a través de caminos de tierra. Pertenece al Parque Natural Marítimo Terrestre de Cabo de Gata-Níjar, recientemente declarado R

When you arrive at Cala Carbón, in Níjar, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Almería. It stretches 150 metres in length and 15 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water. It's a more natural beach, without major facilities — perfect if you're looking for something quieter and more unspoiled. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Use this page to see current sea conditions, expected crowds and how to get there without any hassle.

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Frequently asked questions about Cala Carbón

How is the water at Cala Carbón today?+

Water temperature at Cala Carbón is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Cala Carbón have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Cala Carbón?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Cala Carbón?+

Wind at Cala Carbón is 12 km/h with gusts of 29 km/h (ENE).

What time is high tide at Cala Carbón?+

Today's high tides at Cala Carbón are at 03:20 and 15:45 (2.6m). Coefficient 119, spring tides.

Is there parking near Cala Carbón?+

Cala Carbón does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at Cala Carbón?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Cala Carbón.

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Beach facts
Length150 m
Width15 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 1 May, 22:54
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water