SkyOvercast with light rain
Arnuero · Cantabria
Playa del Cándano
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
30 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high22 °CUV2High tide04:44Low tide22:33JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa La Arena · 2.9 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 wind14 km/h · 218°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, 80% chance of rain and wind E at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 16°High 22°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 19 km/h Gusts 41 km/h Humidity 49–91% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 14°High 18°
MorningClearAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 23 km/h Gusts 59 km/h Humidity 71–96% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with light rain
Low 14°High 15°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 25 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 94–95% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with light rain
Low 10°High 17°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ W · 20 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ 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 Cándano is a very small beach opposite Ris beach, measuring 30 metres in length and 15 metres in width. Its golden sand forms an urban space with a semi-urban frontage, surrounded by the protected area of Marismas de Santoña, Victoria y Joyel and the Ajo estuary. Occupancy is usually low and its waters are calm. Access is easy on foot or by car via the CA-448, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles, showers and catering services.
Length30 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width15 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto de Laredo marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Laredo · 25 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CA-448.
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 CándanoDrinks and cafés
near Playa del CándanoWhere to stay
near Playa del CándanoParking
near Playa del Cándano
1
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
290 mapprox.
2
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
291 mapprox.
3
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
338 mapprox.
4
ParkingGratuito según OSM · 50 plazas · Public access
425 mapprox.
5
Parking EstIvalFree according to OSM · Public access
450 mapprox.
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