SkyOvercast
W Grove · Pontevedra
Playa de Barcela
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high19 °CUV5High tide15:15Low tide21:23JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa Mexiloeira · 1.6 km
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 · 343°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 14:00, 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, 100% chance of rain and wind W at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Cloudy with light rain
Low 17°High 19°
MorningCloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 5 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 69–95% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast with light rain
Low 16°High 20°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 55% ↝ S · 4 km/h Gusts 39 km/h Humidity 79–98% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 45 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 68–83% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 15°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 75–90% ☀ 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 Barcela is a rustic white-sand beach extending for 200 metres along a mountain frontage, with a width of 25 metres, vegetation and an isolated character. The area is protected as part of the Natura 2000 Network and a Site of Community Importance (SCI), while the usual conditions combine moderate swell and wind. It is easily reached on foot and can also be reached by car from the road between O Grove, San Vicente and Carreiro; the interurban bus stop is 7.5 kilometres away. It has showers, litter bins and a cleaning service.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width25 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico San Vicente do Mar marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus (Pontevedra - O Grove · 7,5 km away)
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Montecelo · 34 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from O Grove - San Vicente - Carreiro.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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