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Playa Chica

77Very goodEl mar te espera
Torrox·Málaga·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of Playa Chica

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Sea & weather

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

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:20Sunrise
13h 45mDaylight hours
21:05Sunset

Tides at Playa Chica today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
03:17
2.6m
▼ Low
09:29
0.3m
▲ High
15:42
2.5m
▼ Low
21:55
0.3m
Coefficient: 120Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Playa Chica

Open-Meteo
19°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
21°CFeels like
UV 0UV index
87%Humidity

Wind at Playa Chica today

NESO
Speed3 km/h
Max gust5 km/h
DirectionE

Flag and jellyfish at Playa Chica

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

Water quality at Playa Chica

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
3km/h E
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 3km/h
Windsurf
3km/h E
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
Nublado
21° 19°
Seco
Sáb 2
Lluvia
22° 18°
78%
Dom 3
Nublado
22° 17°
Seco
Lun 4
Sol
24° 17°
Seco
Mar 5
Nublado
23° 19°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil
RoadCN-340
Bus typeUrbano
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaLa Caleta de Vélez (17 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
7%
ocupación
Vacía
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near Playa Chica

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La Blanca Paloma
Restaurante · 210m · €€
Ver →
Restaurante Pepe Rico
Restaurante · 255m · €€
Ver →
La Sorpresa
Restaurante · 298m · €€· 12:30-19:00; We off
+34 647571960
Ver →
Richi Asador de Pollos
Restaurante · 360m · €€· Mo-We 08:00-18:00; Fr-Su 08:00-18:00
+34 951 38 90 73
Ver →
Restaurante El Picadero
Restaurante · 412m · €€· Mo-Tu 12:30-23:00; Th-Su 12:30-23:00; Aug We 12:30-23:00
+34 951 25 98 29
Ver →

Hotels near Playa Chica

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Centro de Ocio y Tiempo Libre “Cristo Rey”
★★☆☆☆
131m · €
Web+34 951 53 94 13
Iberostar Waves Málaga Playa
★★★★☆
1333m · €€€
Web+34 952 52 75 94
Apartamentos Fuerte Calaceite
★★★☆☆
2476m · €€
Web+34900343410
Hotel Costamar
★★☆☆☆
3442m · €
Web+34 952 530049
Santa Rosa
★★★☆☆
3684m · €€

Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about Playa Chica

MITECO 2024
Length50 m
Average width15 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityTorrox
ProvinceMálaga
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.726602° N, -3.958002° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Comarcal Axarquía
Distance17 km.
Call 952541600112

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About Playa ChicaEverything you need to know ↓

Playa pequeña encajada junto al Faro y restos arqueológicos

Playa Chica is one of those beaches in Málaga that deserves a spot on your list this summer. It stretches 50 metres in length and 15 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water. It has lifeguard service, showers, nearby parking and accessible facilities, so you can visit with peace of mind. 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 Playa Chica

How is the water at Playa Chica today?+

Water temperature at Playa Chica is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does Playa Chica have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Playa Chica?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Playa Chica?+

Wind at Playa Chica is 3 km/h with gusts of 5 km/h (E).

What time is high tide at Playa Chica?+

Today's high tides at Playa Chica are at 03:17 and 15:42 (2.6m). Coefficient 120, spring tides.

Is there parking near Playa Chica?+

Yes, there is parking near Playa Chica.

Are dogs allowed at Playa Chica?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Playa Chica.

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Beach facts
Length50 m
Width15 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 2 May, 00:58
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (0). Midday is perfect: warmer water