SkyOvercast with light rain
Santander · Cantabria
Playa del Bocal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand
Daily high21 °CUV2High tide04:44Low tide22:33JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 wind19 km/h · 180°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 with light rain and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 75% chance of rain and wind S at 20 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 17°High 21°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 22 km/h Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 53–88% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 18°
MorningClearAfternoonOvercast with thunderstorm
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 30 km/h Gusts 64 km/h Humidity 76–95% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with light rain
Low 15°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 25 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 89–92% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 12°High 17°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ W · 20 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ 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 del Bocal is an isolated beach in Santander, small in size and situated beneath a cliff frontage. Its 200 metres in length and 10 metres in width offer golden sand, moderate swell and low occupancy, in a setting with few facilities. It is reached by car from the S-20 and available parking has fewer than 50 spaces; an interurban bus is also listed. The beach has containers, cleaning, danger signage and first aid, with lifeguarding recorded for weekends.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width10 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Santander - Puerto Chico marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsWeekends · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla · 5 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from S-20.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa del BocalDrinks and cafés
near Playa del Bocal
1
Bar El PiquelBarrio Corbanera 82, Monte
1.3 kmapprox.
2
Bar AmbigúBarrio Corbanera 110, Monte
1.5 kmapprox.
3
La Terrazuca de CuetoCalle de Arriba 48, Santander
1.6 kmapprox.
4
MicaprichoCalle de Arriba 91, Santander
1.7 kmapprox.
5
Pub La EscondidaCalle de San Pedro del Mar 94, Santander
1.7 kmapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa del Bocal
1
Posada Las RocasCalle Nesteo 6, Santander
1.6 kmapprox.
2
Albergue Monte CoronaCalle de Aviche 37, Santander
1.8 kmapprox.
3
Hotel MataleñasCalle de Bellavista 54, Santander
1.9 kmapprox.
4
Costa BellaCalle de Camús 71, Santander
2.1 kmapprox.
5
Hostel de las FacultadesAvenida de los Castros 137A, Santander
2.5 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa del BocalAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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