SkyOvercast with light rain
San Vicente de la Barquera · Cantabria
Playa del Cabo
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
900 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high19 °CUV2High tide04:40Low tide22:28JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Sable de Meron · 3 km
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 wind6 km/h · 195°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 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 75% chance of rain and wind SE at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 16°High 19°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 3 km/h Gusts 15 km/h Humidity 61–92% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 18°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 28 km/h Gusts 65 km/h Humidity 71–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with light rain
Low 12°High 13°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 25 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 100–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 11°High 17°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ W · 15 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 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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