By Lottie Verrier • Published: 30 Jul 2026 • 10:43 • 3 minutes readMálaga is seeing fewer jellyfish this summer (but things could change) Credit: Shutterstock/SAGStockIf you’re heading to Málaga’s beaches this summer and love a good dip in the ocean, there’s some reassuring news that means you won’t feel the dreaded sting when you swim. Despite another hot Mediterranean season, jellyfish numbers along much of the Costa del Sol have so far remained surprisingly low. Not every jellyfish is dangerousSeveral jellyfish species found in the waters around Málaga are relatively harmless and cause only mild irritation if touched. Among the species occasionally seen off the Costa del Sol is Pelagia noctiluca, often recognised by its pinkish-purple colouring. For now, Málaga’s beaches are benefiting from a fortunate combination of marine currents that are keeping many jellyfish at bay.