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Playa del Barronal

61FairNi demasiado tranquilo ni demasiado emocionante.
San José·Almería·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of Playa del Barronal

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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 Playa del Barronal today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
02:55
2.6m
▼ Low
09:08
0.3m
▲ High
15:20
2.4m
▼ Low
21:33
0.3m
Coefficient: 117Spring tides

Water and air temperature at Playa del Barronal

Open-Meteo
20°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 3UV index
85%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at Playa del Barronal today

NESO
Speed17 km/h
Max gust30 km/h
DirectionENE

Flag and jellyfish at Playa del Barronal

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

Water quality at Playa del Barronal

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
17km/h ENE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 17km/h
Windsurf
17km/h ENE
Kitesurf
17km/h · Ideal
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
21° 18°
Seco
Sáb 2
Nublado
21° 19°
Seco
Dom 3
Nublado
21° 18°
Seco
Lun 4
Nublado
21° 19°
Seco
Mar 5
Nublado
22° 17°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie difícil
RoadAL-3108
Bus typeInterurbano
MarinaClub Náutico de San José (5 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
36%
ocupación
Tranquila
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near Playa del Barronal

OpenStreetMap · 800m
La Fábrica de Genoveses
Restaurante · 2541m · €€
Web
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Hotels near Playa del Barronal

OpenStreetMap · 2km
Apartahotel Vistamar San José
★★★☆☆
3569m · €€
Web+34 950611090
Hotel Doña Pakyta
★★★☆☆
4042m · €€
Hotel Doña Pakyta
★★★★☆
4061m · €€€
Web+34 950 611175
Hostal Sol Bahia
★★☆☆☆
4324m · €
Web+34 950 38 03 07
Hostel El Dorado
★☆☆☆☆
4360m · €

Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
⛺
Camping Tau
Camping· ★★★
5.0 km · Motorhomes · Tents
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchasWiFi
Web+34 950 380 166
⛺
Camping Los Escullos
Camping· ★★★
9.6 km · Motorhomes · Tents
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchasWiFi
⛺
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 Playa del Barronal

MITECO 2024
Length500 m
Average width37 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeMontaña
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
Protected areaYes
MunicipalitySan José
ProvinceAlmería
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.729774° N, -2.135535° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital de Alta Resolución El Toyo
Distance30 km.
Call 950158015112

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About Playa del BarronalEverything you need to know ↓

Playa rústica de carácter aislado a la que se accede caminando por caminos de tierra y bordeando las calas contiguas. Pertenece al Parque Natural Marítimo terrestre de Cabo de Gata-Níjar, recientemente declarado Reserva de la Biosfera.

When you arrive at Playa del Barronal, in San José, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Almería. It stretches 500 metres in length and 37 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. Check the water temperature, wave height and crowd levels before you go — everything is updated here in real time.

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Frequently asked questions about Playa del Barronal

How is the water at Playa del Barronal today?+

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

What flag does Playa del Barronal have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at Playa del Barronal?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at Playa del Barronal?+

Wind at Playa del Barronal is 17 km/h with gusts of 30 km/h (ENE).

What time is high tide at Playa del Barronal?+

Today's high tides at Playa del Barronal are at 02:55 and 15:20 (2.6m). Coefficient 117, spring tides.

Is there parking near Playa del Barronal?+

Playa del Barronal does not have official parking.

Are dogs allowed at Playa del Barronal?+

No, dogs are not allowed at Playa del Barronal.

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Beach facts
Length500 m
Width37 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 1 May, 11:10
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (3). Midday is perfect: warmer water