SkyHigh cloud
San Vicente de la Barquera · Cantabria
Playa del Cabo
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
900 mSand
Water22 °CDaily high22 °CUV5High tide15:41Low tide21:48JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa Sable de Meron · 3 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 wind7 km/h · 246°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 high cloud and a forecast temperature of 22 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 22 °C, 30% chance of rain and wind NW at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Partly cloudy
Low 17°High 22°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 60% ↝ W · 7 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 68–97% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
High cloud
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 45% ↝ E · 5 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 80–100% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 16°High 17°
☂ Rain 70% ↝ E · 10 km/h Gusts 13 km/h Humidity 78–100% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 16°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 15 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ 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 del Cabo, also called Gerra or Bederna, is an isolated beach of golden sand, facing cliffs and within Parque Natural de Oyambre. Its 900 metres in length and 20 metres in width receive strong swell and wind, conditions for which the listing notes frequent surfers. Access on foot is easy and the private car park has more than 100 spaces. Showers, cleaning, sun-lounger hire and a surf area are listed as practical support.
Length900 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and sunbed hire.
Activities
Published information identifies a surfing area and the nearby Puerto de Suances marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Sierrallana · 35 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CA-131.
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 Cabo
1
GerrucaBarrio Gerra, San Vicente de la Barquera
1.3 kmapprox.
2
El Pajaro AmarilloRestaurant in San Vicente de la Barquera
1.7 kmapprox.
3
Merendero la PraderaRestaurant in San Vicente de la Barquera
1.7 kmapprox.
4
El caféRestaurant in San Vicente de la Barquera
1.7 kmapprox.
5
Mesón el TarayánRestaurant in San Vicente de la Barquera
2 kmapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa del CaboWhere to stay
near Playa del CaboParking
near Playa del CaboAbout 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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