Playa de Monteblanco today
- Beach day 12:00–5:00 pm Good beach day · 8/10
- Tide now 0.7 ft ↑ rising · high 1:56 pm (1.0 ft)
- Best time to fish 3:00–5:00 pm average day · 5/10
- Waves · water 1.3 ft · 75 °F smooth · 3.3 s from the east
- Wind · air 5 mph · 69 °F from the NNE, gusts 9 · partly cloudy
- Sun 7:25 am–6:08 pm 10 h 43 min of daylight
- Moon 85% · 8:38 pm waning gibbous · rises at 8:38 pm
- Best time to dive 9:50 am–12:50 pm great day · 10/10
Today in Playa de Monteblanco there is high tide at 1:56 pm (1.0 ft) and low tide at 10:36 pm. Right now the tide is rising toward the high tide at 1:56 pm. The sun rises at 7:25 am and sets at 6:08 pm: 10 h 43 min of daylight. The moon is 85% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 8:38 pm. Major solunar periods run from 2:28 am to 4:28 am and from 3:01 pm to 5:01 pm. The next spring tides arrive from November 9 to 11. The sea is smooth, with 1.3 ft waves. There's a light breeze from the north-northeast (5 mph). Partly cloudy, 69 °F.
Beach day in Playa de Monteblanco
Is it a beach day?
8 good hours- Mostly sunny
- Feels like 76 °F: pleasant
- Onshore breeze (6 mph)
- Calm for swimming: 1.4 ft waves
- UV 3 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen
- Water at 75 °F (warm)
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Calm · 1.4 ft
1.4 ft waves: calm for swimming. Low rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 75 °F
Nice for swimming.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 3 · SPF 30
Max UV 3 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours.
- Wind 6 mph
Onshore breeze (6 mph).
- Tide & sand
Playa de Monteblanco has almost no tide: the beach stays the same all day.
The best window, 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, brings sunshine, pleasant temperatures, little wind, a calm sea and water at 75 °F. 9:00 am to 11:00 am is good too, with sunshine, little wind, a calm sea and water at 75 °F.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
About Playa de MonteblancoThe beach
In La Manga del Mar Menor, 1.7 mi from the center. Tides, weather and sun in La Manga del Mar Menor →
- Parking
Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. See on OpenStreetMap · Fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches near Playa de Monteblanco
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- Playa Calnegre 0.2 mi · NW
- Parking
- Bahía de las Palmeras 0.4 mi · SW
- Parking
- Playa Cavanna 0.4 mi · S
- Parking
Excellent water quality 2025 season, EEA
- Isla del Ciervo 0.4 mi · SW
- Cala del Pino 0.5 mi · W
- Restrooms
- Parking
Excellent water quality 2025 season, EEA
- playa Galua 0.5 mi · SE
- Parking
Excellent water quality 2025 season, EEA
- Gollerón 0.5 mi · W
- Parking
- Playa de la Isla 0.5 mi · NW
- Restrooms
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches and amenities: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Bathing water quality: European Environment Agency (EEA), with data from the Spanish Ministry of Health (Náyade).
Webcams near Playa de Monteblanco
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Fishing in Playa de Monteblanco today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: medium- Major period 3:01–5:01 pm
- Steady pressure (30.12 inHg), light onshore wind (6 mph) and calm sea (1.4 ft waves)
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, combines a major period and a light onshore breeze. Also good from 2:30 am to 4:30 am, with a major period. Also good from 7:00 am to 8:00 am, with sunrise.
Species with the most records nearby: common octopus, red mullet, dusky grouper and European conger. What you can catch
The tide barely moves in Playa de Monteblanco, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Tides in Playa de Monteblanco
Today's high and low tides
- ▲ Next high tide 1:56 pm 1.0 ft
- ▼ Low tide 10:36 pm 0.6 ft
↑ Rising The tide is rising. 13 h 15 min to high tide at 1:56 pm.
In Playa de Monteblanco the astronomical tide is very small: about 0.4 ft between high and low tide. Here the sea level is moved mostly by wind and air pressure (storm surge), which can raise or lower it more than the tide itself.
2026 extremes: the highest tide of the year is on October 29 (1.0 ft) and the lowest, on February 1 (0.0 ft).
Heights above chart datum: the lowest astronomical tide (LAT), the zero of nautical charts in Europe. Astronomical prediction: wind and air pressure can raise or lower the water by a few inches, and more in a storm. Not for navigation. chart datum (LAT)
Tide and solunar table · this week
| Day | Sun | Tide 1 | Tide 2 | Moon | Major periods | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today, Thu 29 | 7:25 am · 6:08 pm | High tide 1:56 pm · 1.0 ft | Low tide 10:36 pm · 0.6 ft | 85% | Major periods 2:28 am · 3:01 pm | Medium |
| Fri 30 | 7:26 am · 6:07 pm | High tide 1:33 pm · 1.0 ft | Low tide 11:41 pm · 0.6 ft | 76% | Major periods 3:33 am · 4:05 pm | Medium |
| Sat 31 | 7:27 am · 6:06 pm | High tide 1:17 pm · 1.0 ft | — | 66% | Major periods 4:36 am · 5:06 pm | Medium |
| Sun 1 | 7:28 am · 6:05 pm | Low tide 1:25 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 1:18 pm · 1.0 ft | Last quarter | Major periods 5:35 am · 6:02 pm | Medium |
| Mon 2 | 7:29 am · 6:03 pm | Low tide 2:48 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 1:17 pm · 1.0 ft | 43% | Major periods 6:29 am · 6:54 pm | Medium |
| Tue 3 | 7:30 am · 6:02 pm | Low tide 3:44 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 12:44 pm · 0.9 ft | 33% | Major periods 7:18 am · 7:42 pm | Medium |
| Wed 4 | 7:31 am · 6:01 pm | Low tide 4:24 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 12:07 pm · 0.9 ft | 23% | Major periods 8:04 am · 8:27 pm | Low |
▲ high tide · ▼ low tide · heights above chart datum (LAT). Major periods: start time; they last 2 hours. Activity: based on the moon phase and the solunar periods.
Where this tide comes from
Tides from the Alicante station (TICON-4), 48 mi from Playa de Monteblanco. Times and heights are its predictions.
Station data attribution: Slackwater database (https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database). Source: Hart-Davis, M., Dettmering, D., Seitz, F. (2025), TICON-4: TIdal CONstants based on GESLA-4 sea-level records, SEANOE, https://doi.org/10.17882/109129. Licensed CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Modified: see https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database#modifications-to-source-data
The sea at Playa de Monteblanco
Sea stateSea state: smooth
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common0.7 ft
- Significant1.3 ft
- Highest expectedHighest2.7 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 2.7 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 2.7 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
The model doesn't separate offshore wind here: it's the same as on the coast.
Cross-onshore wind. The coast faces east and the wind comes in from the sea at an angle: a bit more surf at the shore and drift along the coast, toward land.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves build over the next few days. The biggest waves arrive on Tuesday 3: 5.3 ft with a period of 6 s, from the east-northeast (moderate).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water cools over the next few days: about 73.3 °F by Wednesday 4.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+6.7 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 12:41 am (local time).
Surf in Playa de Monteblanco today
Surf today
Poor- 1.0–1.5 ft surf at the shore, small: good for learning or a longboard
- 1.4 ft swell at 4 s from the east-northeast, short: weak, messy waves
- Almost no wind (4 mph): glassy water
- Light: First light 6:58 am · sunrise 7:25 am · sunset 6:08 pm · last light 6:35 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Water at 75.0 °F: a rash guard or a neoprene top.
- Energy: 5 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, has glassy water, though with small waves and a short-period swell.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Follow the flags and the lifeguards, and don’t paddle out if the surf is above your level: this score is a guide, not a substitute for what you see when you get there.
Diving in Playa de Monteblanco today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: good- 1.4 ft swell at 4 s from the east-northeast: barely any surge
- Light cross-shore wind (4 mph)
- 0.1 mph current toward the east, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: good. The sea has been calm and there's been little rain. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 75.0 °F: a 3 mm wetsuit.
- Snorkeling: good, calm sea and light wind.
- Night dive: dark from 6:35 pm. Waning gibbous (85%), rising at 8:38 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 9:50 am to 12:50 pm, combines little swell, light wind, weak current and the sun high.
In Playa de Monteblanco the tide barely moves the water, so there's no slack to wait for: swell, wind and current are what count.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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- Cala Roja- Cabo de Palos 2.9 mi
- Faro Cabo Palos (Fuera de reserva) Fish seen: Mediterranean Chromis, Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse, East Atlantic peacock wrasse, Thalassoma pavo 3.1 mi
- Hormigas (Reserva integral I) Fish seen: Mediterranean Chromis, Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse, Thalassoma pavo, Ocellated Wrasse 4.1 mi
- Hormigon (Reserva integral II) Fish seen: Mediterranean Chromis, Ocellated Wrasse, Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse, Thalassoma pavo 4.2 mi
- Farallones Fish seen: Deep-body Pickarel, annular seabream, salema, Blotched Picarel 4.7 mi
- Minerva 4.8 mi
- Wreck 3.8 mi
- Reserva Marina de Cabo de Palos - Islas Hormigas 4.0 mi
- ZEPA Islas Hormigas 4.1 mi
- Mundo Activo 0.3 mi
- Snorkel Murcia 1.2 mi
- Mundo Activo Sub 1.6 mi
Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Wrecks: EMODnet Human Activities (AND-International), from UK Hydrographic Office data, CC BY 4.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Sites and fish: Reef Life Survey / IMOS NRMN, CC BY 4.0; fish names, Wikidata.
Weather in Playa de Monteblanco
Now in Playa de Monteblanco
- Low / high
- 68 / 73 °F
- Rain
- 0.01 in · 4%
- Clouds
- 59%
- Humidity
- 90%
- Dew pointDew point
- 66 °F
- Visibility
- 12 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 30
- Saharan dust
- No
- Pollen
- Low · mugwort
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady · now Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Steady now (−0.01 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: −0.08 inHg. Steady pressure: anglers expect normal activity. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Partly cloudy | Partly cloudy | Partly cloudy | Mainly clear | Partly cloudy | Mainly clear | Clear sky | Mainly clear |
| Temperature | 70° | 69° | 68° | 68° | 72° | 73° | 72° | 70° |
| Wind (mph) | 5 N | 4 NNW | 5 NNW | 4 NW | 4 NE | 6 ESE | 6 SE | 2 S |
| Gusts | 8 | 6 | 9 | 7 | 8 | 11 | 11 | 5 |
| Waves | 1.3 ft | 1.2 ft | 1.3 ft | 1.4 ft | 1.4 ft | 1.4 ft | 1.3 ft | 1.2 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 12:00 am 70° 5 N 1.3 ft
- 3:00 am 69° 4 NNW 1.2 ft
- 6:00 am 68° 5 NNW 1.3 ft
- 9:00 am 68° 4 NW 1.4 ft
- 12:00 pm 72° 4 NE 1.4 ft
- 3:00 pm 73° 6 ESE 1.4 ft
- 6:00 pm 72° 6 SE 1.3 ft
- 9:00 pm 70° 2 S 1.2 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 29 | 68 / 73 °F | 6 mph NE | 1.4 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 65 / 72 °F | 7 mph NE | 1.1 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 68 / 71 °F | 11 mph NE | 2.5 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 66 / 71 °F | 12 mph SW | 2.5 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 66 / 71 °F | 12 mph NNE | 2.0 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 63 / 68 °F | 12 mph ENE | 5.3 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 63 / 65 °F | 16 mph NE | 5.1 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 62 / 69 °F | 16 mph NW | 3.0 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 61 / 70 °F | 10 mph NW | 2.1 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 63 / 69 °F | 8 mph N | 2.1 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 65 / 69 °F | 12 mph NE | 2.7 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 67 / 70 °F | 11 mph NE | 3.1 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 68 / 72 °F | 10 mph SW | 2.2 ft | |
| Wed 11 | 64 / 71 °F | 10 mph SW | 1.4 ft |
- Fri 30 Fog 65° / 72° 1.1 ft
- Sat 31 Partly cloudy 68° / 71° 2.5 ft
- Sun 1 Light showers 66° / 71° 2.5 ft
- Mon 2 Drizzle 66° / 71° 2.0 ft
- Tue 3 Rain 63° / 68° 5.3 ft
- Wed 4 Light rain 63° / 65° 5.1 ft
- Thu 5 Drizzle 62° / 69° 3.0 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about rain on Saturday 31. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer, normal rain and a warmer sea. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, normal highs for late October (74 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 12:41 am (local time).
The sun in Playa de Monteblanco
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 6:27 am
- Full dark 7:06 pm
- Civil dawn 6:58 am
- Civil dusk 6:35 pm
- Solar noon 12:47 pm (39° high)
- Daylight 10 h 43 min (−2 min)
- Evening golden hour 5:31 pm
- Full dark 7:06 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,335,501 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Playa de Monteblanco
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,618 mi away and looks 32′ 45″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: medium- 2:28–4:28 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 3:01–5:01 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 10:53–11:53 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 8:08–9:08 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 9:29 pmNov 1 in 3 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 amNov 9 in 11 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 12:48 pmNov 17 in 19 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 3:54 pmNov 24 in 26 days
Next perigee (the moon at its closest to Earth): November 25, 223,281 mi away.
Where to fish in Playa de Monteblanco
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
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- Camping Mar Menor 8.7 mi
- Rompeolas 8.2 mi
- rompeola vieja 8.6 mi
- Boat ramp 1.0 mi
- Boat ramp 5.6 mi
- Boat ramp 5.7 mi
- Club Náutico Dos Mares 0.5 mi
- Puerto Bello 1.1 mi
- Puerto de Mar de Cristal 2.5 mi
- Dársena de Cabo de Palos 2.6 mi
- Más Pesca2 8.5 mi
- Palusoil 5.8 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Water depth
Gentle slopeThe bottom slopes gently: 16 ft deep 550 ft from shore and 33 ft at 0.35 mi.
From the shoreline out to sea, heading east.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep550 ft
- 33 ft deep0.35 mi
- 66 ft deep1.3 mi
- 164 ft deepnot within 3.1 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. Shallow, gradual bottom (16 ft at 550 ft): cast far from the beach and fish the high tide, when there is more water close in.
- Swimming. The water gets deeper little by little, but a few dozen yards out you can no longer stand.
- Diving. 33 ft deep 0.35 mi from shore; 66 ft is far out (1.3 mi): for deeper dives, go by boat.
Source: EMODnet Bathymetry DTM 2024 (CC BY 4.0), cells of about 380 ft; depth at the lowest astronomical tide. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Nearest lighthouse
Cape Palos Lighthouse 2.8 mi southeast
- Light
- 2 white flashes every 10 s · Fl(2) W 10s
- Range
- 23 nautical miles (26 mi)
- Light height
- 266 ft above sea level
- Tower height
- 167 ft
- Built
- 1862
Other lighthouses nearby: El Estacio Lighthouse (5.6 mi north).
Light details: NGA List of Lights (USA); the rest from Wikidata. For reference only: not for navigation. Wikidata · Sources and licenses
Tides near Playa de MonteblancoTides nearby
- La Manga del Mar Menor1.7 mi
- Playa Honda2.6 mi
- Cabo de Palos2.8 mi
- Los Nietos3.5 mi
- Atamaría6.4 mi
- El Carmolí6.9 mi
- Los Alcázares8.8 mi
- Santiago de la Ribera10 mi
- Lo Pagán11 mi
- San Pedro del Pinatar12 mi
Playa de Monteblanco at a glance
- Beach. Coordinates: 37.665° N, 0.724° W.
- It is 15 mi east of Cartagena, the main place in Murcia. The sun rises 1 min earlier and sets 1 min earlier than in Cartagena.
- In La Manga del Mar Menor, 1.7 mi from the center.
- The nearest tide station, Alicante, is 48 mi to the north.
- Its coast faces east.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Dosmares Beach (0.3 mi), Mares La Manga (0.5 mi), Port of Bello La Manga (1.1 mi), Playa del Barco Perdido (1.4 mi).
Questions about Playa de MonteblancoQuestions
Where is Playa de Monteblanco?
In La Manga del Mar Menor, 1.7 mi from the center, Murcia (Spain). The shore faces east.
What amenities does Playa de Monteblanco have?
According to OpenStreetMap: parking. Some may be missing or out of date, so ask at the beach.
What time is sunset today in Playa de Monteblanco?
At 6:08 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 6:35 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Playa de Monteblanco?
At 7:26 am. First light comes at 6:28 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 85% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From November 9 to 11.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 2:28–4:28 am, Minor 10:53–11:53 am, Major 3:01–5:01 pm, Minor 8:08–9:08 pm. Today's activity is medium.
What's the weather like today in Playa de Monteblanco?
Partly cloudy, from 68 °F to 73 °F, with a light breeze from the north-northeast (5 mph) and a 4% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Playa de Monteblanco?
Smooth (Douglas 2): 1.3 ft waves with a period of 3.3 s from the east. The water is 75.2 °F.
When is the best time to visit Playa de Monteblanco?
The best time to visit Playa de Monteblanco is from April to June: highs of 72 °F to 84 °F, about 2 rainy days a month and 10 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Tide: Alicante station, with constants from TICON-4 (Hart-Davis, Dettmering and Seitz, 2025, SEANOE), licensed CC BY 4.0, via Slackwater database (changes). Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).