SkyHigh cloud
Vigo · Pontevedra
Playa de Baluarte
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
150 mSand / Rock
Water19 °CDaily high21 °CUV5High tide15:09Low tide21:17JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa Canido · 0.9 km
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 wind4 km/h · 206°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 20% chance of rain and wind W at 1 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 17°High 21°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 80% ↝ W · 5 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 59–91% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 17°High 23°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 80% ↝ S · 3 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 68–91% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 19°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 35 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 67–75% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 15°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 Baluarte, also called As Barcas or Breadouro, is a beach among rocks at the northern end of O Bao. Its 150 metres of length and 40 metres of width combine golden sand and rock along a semi-urban stretch with vegetation and a promenade. Usual occupancy is medium and waves may be moderate or strong; the listing also notes a surfing area and nudism. Access is easy on foot or by car, with parking for more than 100 spaces.
Length150 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicNaturism
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Club Marítimo de Canido marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season. Lifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Álvaro Cunqueiro · 7 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Vigo - Baiona, por la costa.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
near Playa de BaluarteDrinks and cafés
near Playa de BaluarteWhere to stay
near Playa de BaluarteParking
near Playa de Baluarte
1
ParkingAccess not specified
159 mapprox.
2
Plaza de aparcamiento para minusválidosAccess not specified
190 mapprox.
3
ParkingGratuito según OSM · Acceso no especificado
246 mapprox.
4
Aparcadoiro da Capela do VaoFree according to OSM · Public access
269 mapprox.
5
ParkingAccess not specified
439 mapprox.
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