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Palafrugell · Girona
Playa de Aigua Xelida
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
17 mSand / Cobbles
Water18 °CDaily high21 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa de Llafranc · 3.5 km
Now
Forecast for 17:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival
Forecast wind and the regional coastline orientation are less favourable for jellyfish transport towards the shore. This is a limited-confidence regional physical indicator; it does not confirm the presence or absence of jellyfish at this beach.
Accumulated wind11 km/h · 151°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 18 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 18°High 21°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 90% ↝ NE · 11 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 68–87% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 23°
MorningClearAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 12 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 59–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Sunny intervals
Low 13°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 74–82% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy
Low 12°High 19°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 80–90% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de Aigua Xelida is an isolated, secluded cove, only 17 metres long and 12 metres wide, formed of golden sand and rounded stones. The mountainous frontage and pine trees accompany a shore where the listing highlights crystal-clear waters, marine fauna and an area reserved for scuba diving. It is reached on foot or by car from the C-31 or GIV-654, with more than 100 parking spaces. Specific facilities include diving services and the possibility of anchoring.
Length17 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width12 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Activities
Published information identifies diving, an anchorage and the nearby Club Nàutic Llafranc marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Palamós · 18 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking and access from C-31, GIV-654.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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