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Playa del Postiguet

Alicante, Costa Blanca, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October

Photo: Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.55/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

26.2°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€65/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Alicante, Costa Blanca · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Warm Bathwater

Jan

14.7°C

Air 21°C

Feb

14.1°C

Air 22°C

Mar

14.5°C

Air 24°C

Apr

15.9°C

Air 27°C

May

18.4°C

Air 30°C

Jun

21.8°C

Air 33°C

Jul

24.9°C

Air 35°C

Peak

Aug

26.2°C

Air 35°C

Sep

24.8°C

Air 33°C

Oct

22.0°C

Air 30°C

Nov

18.9°C

Air 26°C

Dec

16.3°C

Air 23°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 8 Jun – 25 Oct (>21°C) · 139 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.6 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Playa del Postiguet

Alicante's golden city beach, curving below the Santa Bárbara castle beside a palm-lined promenade.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Direct pedestrian access from central Alicante, adjacent to the Explanada de España and tram stations

•Protected Status / Environment: Certified Blue Flag urban beach with ISO 9001/14001 environmental standards

•Notable Feature: Golden sandy city beach positioned directly beneath Mount Benacantil and the Castle of Santa Bárbara

Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info alicanteturismo.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Alicante, Costa Blanca. Accessible via regional coastal roads (38.343°N, -0.478°E).

•Calm, shallow and lifeguarded; Alicante's easy city swim.

•Alicante's palm-lined city beach directly below the Santa Bárbara castle.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

ALC · 35m drive

35-40 min transfer from Alicante Airport (ALC).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa del Postiguet

What is the water temperature at Playa del Postiguet?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa del Postiguet averages 26.2°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Playa del Postiguet?

Playa del Postiguet is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Alicante, Costa Blanca, Spain.

Is Playa del Postiguet good for families with kids?

Yes, Playa del Postiguet is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Playa del Postiguet?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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Scooter & Bike Rental

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Boat Tours & Excursions

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Boat trips & guided activities along the coast.

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Airport & Port Transfers

Direct Route

Private transfers with airport meet-and-greet.

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