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Beach Weather Today in Benalmadena

Today the maximum temperature will be 17° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 45%.

The winds will be on shore and strong at 33kmh from the East. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Benalmadena faces East-Southeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 06:02 PM. The skies should be fairly clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Benalmadena

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 17° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 2 days of very light rain with an average of 1.3mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will have 2.4mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 58%.

BENALMADENA - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 14° 18° 18° 16° 15°
78% 46% 47% 42% 23% 29% 32% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 15° 14° 17° 17° 15° 14°
89% 41% 60% 92% 68% 59% 77% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.4mm 0.4mm 0.6mm 0.6mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 13° 13° 16° 17° 15° 14°
52% 75% 85% 84% 78% 79% 100% 90%
0.5mm 0.6mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.4mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14° 13° 13°
100% 100% 100% 100% 73% 60% 100% 95%
0.8mm 1.0mm 1.5mm 1.6mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 13° 12° 15° 16° 15° 14°
55% 66% 52% 20% 34% 77% 79% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.1mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 12° 15° 17° 15° 14°
73% 72% 41% 22% 39% 54% 57% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 12° 13° 16° 17° 15° 14°
73% 31% 17% 40% 58% 51% 29% 16%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
29
kmh
27
kmh
27
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
30
kmh
0.6m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.5m
1.1m
1.2m
0.4m
6.7s 7.2s 7.6s 7.9s 8.0s 7.9s 7.8s 8.1s
Sun 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
17
kmh
32
kmh
23
kmh
37
kmh
32
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.9m
0.9m
1.0m
1.3m
0.9m
8.1s 8.0s 7.5s 7.5s 6.7s 6.3s 6.2s 6.4s
Mon 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
5
kmh
7
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
1.4m
1.1m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.4m
6.4s 6.1s 6.0s 5.7s 5.4s 5.2s 5.1s 5.3s
Tue 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
4
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
9
kmh
4
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
0.9m
0.7m
0.6m
0.9m
1.0m
1.1m
1.0m
0.7m
4.7s 5.0s 5.0s 5.0s 5.6s 5.6s 4.2s 5.1s
Wed 17th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
3
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.5m
0.8m
0.8m
4.7s 3.8s 3.6s 6.6s 7.4s 6.4s 6.8s 7.3s
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
7.3s 7.6s 7.9s 7.9s 7.6s 7.3s 7.0s 6.7s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
6.4s 6.2s 6.0s 6.0s 5.9s 5.7s 4.9s 4.6s
Sat 13th December
3:08 AM 10:13 AM 4:25 PM 10:33 PM
0.19 0.51 0.20 0.45
Sun 14th December
4:22 AM 11:11 AM 5:21 PM 11:45 PM
0.20 0.51 0.18 0.45
Mon 15th December
5:19 AM 12:04 PM 6:07 PM
0.20 0.52 0.15
Tue 16th December
12:45 AM 6:04 AM 12:49 PM 6:48 PM
0.47 0.20 0.54 0.12
Wed 17th December
1:32 AM 6:44 AM 1:28 PM 7:26 PM
0.49 0.19 0.55 0.09
Thu 18th December
2:12 AM 7:22 AM 2:04 PM 8:02 PM
0.51 0.18 0.56 0.07
Fri 19th December
2:48 AM 7:58 AM 2:38 PM 8:37 PM
0.52 0.17 0.57 0.05
Sat 13th December
18°
0.1mm
26kmh ESE
45%
Sun 14th December
17°
2.4mm
30kmh E
70%
Mon 15th December
17°
2.6mm
5kmh SW
80%
Tue 16th December
14°
5.5mm
10kmh SW
91%
Wed 17th December
16°
0.5mm
6kmh WNW
57%
Thu 18th December
17°
0.0mm
4kmh SE
53%
Fri 19th December
17°
0.0mm
9kmh WNW
39%
Sat 20th December
17°
0.0mm
6kmh WNW
6%
Sun 21st December
16°
0.0mm
9kmh ENE
27%
Mon 22nd December
16°
0.0mm
5kmh ENE
17%
Tue 23rd December
16°
0.0mm
3kmh W
10%
Wed 24th December
14°
0.7mm
17kmh E
80%
Thu 25th December
15°
1.6mm
15kmh E
73%
Fri 26th December
16°
1.1mm
4kmh SSW
63%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 16° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 8 days of very light rain with an average of 1.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 51%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Benalmadena don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Benalmadena, Costa del Sol, Malaga Province, Andalusia, Spain

A holiday at the beach in Benalmadena, located along the Costa del Sol in Malaga Province, Andalusia, Spain, promises a wonderful escape to sun, sea, and sand. This popular tourist destination offers a variety of beaches with different types of sand and varying amenities. Visitors can enjoy a range of activities while staying in comfortable accommodations close to the beach.

Beach Type

The beaches in Benalmadena vary from powdery white sand to coarse sand and even pebbles or rocks. Some of the most popular beaches in the area include:

  • Playa Santa Ana: This beach features fine golden sand and is one of the most visited beaches in Benalmadena. It's perfect for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Playa Carvajal: With coarse golden sand and pebbles, this beach is ideal for those who prefer a less crowded atmosphere.
  • Playa Arroyo de la Miel: This small cove-like beach has dark coarse sand mixed with pebbles and rocks.

Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts will find more interesting underwater landscapes at rocky beaches or those with nearby reefs, as these attract more marine life.

Beach Activities

Benalmadena offers several activities suitable for all age groups:

  • Watersports: Popular activities such as jet skiing, parasailing, and paddleboarding are widely available on most beaches.
  • Boat Tours: Visitors can take boat tours along the coast or go on dolphin-watching excursions.
  • Diving & Snorkeling: The rocky areas around Playa Arroyo de la Miel provide an opportunity to explore underwater life.
  • Beach Volleyball & Football: Many beaches have designated areas for these sports.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and resorts near the beachfront offering stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea:

  1. Hotel Best Triton
  2. Sunset Beach Club
  3. Hotel Las Arenas
  4. Hotel Ibersol Alay
  5. MedPlaya Hotel Bali

These accommodations provide a range of amenities including pools, restaurants, and access to nearby beaches.

Areas to Stay In

Benalmadena has several areas that offer convenient access to the beach:

  • Arroyo de la Miel: This bustling town center is close to the beach and has numerous restaurants, shops, and nightlife.
  • Benalmadena Costa: This area is located right along the coast, offering easy access to the beaches and marina.
  • Torrequebrada: A quieter residential area with close proximity to some of the less crowded beaches.

Beach Amenities

The beaches in Benalmadena are well-equipped with various amenities for visitors:

  • Sunbeds and umbrellas for rent
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beach bars (chiringuitos) offering food and drinks
  • Lifeguard stations during peak season
  • Watersport equipment rental services

With its beautiful coastline, variety of beach types, numerous activities, and comfortable accommodations, a holiday at Benalmadena's beaches promises a memorable experience for all visitors.

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