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Castelldefels · Barcelona
Playa de Castelldefels
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
4,840 mSand
Water20 °CDaily high23 °CUV2WavesModerateJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
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 wind8 km/h · 218°Water temperature20 °CValid 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 mostly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 13 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 18°High 23°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 63–91% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 17°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ fuerte Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 49–100% ≈ rough ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 17°High 22°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ light Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 62–66% ≈ rough ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 13°High 20°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea state
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Moderate
Water temperature20 °C
WindLight
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 20 °C.
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 Castelldefels is an extensive urban beach of golden sand reaching 4,840 metres in length and 90 metres in width. The seafront promenade links its three sectors —la Pineda, les Lluminetes and el Baixador— in a frontage with high visitor numbers, calm waters and windy conditions. Its practical identity is linked to nautical activity: it has a Yacht Club and sailing schools, as well as nautical hire and sports areas. Access is easy on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces and several urban bus routes.
Length4,840 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width90 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and an anchorage.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus: L94, L95, L96, L97 / Renfe, Castelldefels platja
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilitySant Joan de Deu · 8 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from C-31, C-32.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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