#211 European Rank
Cala Granadella
Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
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Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.62/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€48/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Sheltered Cove
Calm & Glassy
Calm & Sheltered (Offshore Wind)Cove aspect: Faces E (90°) · Wind: W (270°)
Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat.
Significant Wave Height
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Optimal Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · OFFSHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces E (90°)
Offshore Breeze • Cliffs block the wind; water is calm and flat
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
E (90°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 180°
Spatial Geometry: Cliffs behind Cala Granadella shelter the shoreline from winds coming out of W. The airflow passes over top, suppressing surf breakers.
Morning Coastal Brief for Cala Granadella: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain
Warm Bathwater
Early August
26.1°C
Air ~35°C
Optimal thermal comfort; zero cold shock
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 26.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.6°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 13.9°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.3°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 15.6°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.1°C | 30°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.5°C | 33°C | Refreshing |
| July | 24.7°C | 35°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 26.1°C | 35°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 24.7°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 21.9°C | 30°C | Refreshing |
| November | 18.8°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 16.1°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 10 Jun – 24 Oct (>21°C) · 136 days
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🏖️ Cala Granadella (Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain)
🌊 Water temperature: 26.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 75% free public sand • Sunbeds: €16–€30
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces E (sheltered from W winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/cala-granadella-es/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Good
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Cala Granadella
A pine-framed slit of transparent water on the Costa Blanca, made for snorkelling and a perennial best-beach poll winner.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Located in Jávea (Xàbia), Alicante; accessible by winding asphalt road with seasonal access control/barrier and shuttle bus system during peak summer
•Protected Status / Environment: Nestled within the Parque Forestal de la Granadella, a municipal natural park and micro-reserve
•Notable Feature: Picturesque horseshoe-shaped gravel/pebble cove with emerald-green waters, steep pine-covered limestone headlands, and ruins of Castell de la Granadella
Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Balanced Concession Mix
Free Public Sand (75%)Private Concessions (25%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€16low season→€30August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Regulated municipal umbrellas alongside spacious free public sectors. Ample towel space available.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Spanish coastal law classifies all sand as public domain (dominio público). Concession zones are strictly demarcated.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Direct Sun Cutoff: ~15:30 in August
Limestone walls cast shade over the sand 2 to 4 hours before sunset. Arrive early morning for warm swimming light.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Recommended for Shingle / Pebbles
Pebbles and dark sand become scorching hot by midday and challenging under barefoot tread.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
NoGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Jávea, Costa Blanca. Accessible via regional coastal roads (38.730°N, 0.197°E).
•Sheltered and superb for snorkelling; deepens quickly, busy with kayaks by noon.
•A pine-wrapped notch in the cliffs south of Jávea; the lane down closes once the tiny car park fills.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
ALC · 35m drive35-40 min transfer from Alicante Airport (ALC).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cala Granadella
What is the water temperature at Cala Granadella?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala Granadella averages 26.1°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Cala Granadella?
Cala Granadella is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Jávea, Costa Blanca, Spain.
Is Cala Granadella good for families with kids?
Cala Granadella has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Cala Granadella?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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