SkyOvercast with light rain
Villaviciosa · Asturias
Playa del Puntal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
150 mSand / Rock
Water16 °CDaily high20 °CUV2High tide04:39Low tide22:27JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Rodiles · 0.9 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 wind4 km/h · 244°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, 100% chance of rain and wind W at 2 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 2 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 68–88% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Cloudy with light rain
Low 13°High 17°
MorningCloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 13 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 79–97% ◉ 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 · 15 km/h Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 95–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 11°High 18°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 70–100% ☀ 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 Puntal is a small beach on the Villaviciosa estuary, declared a Natural Area, where golden sand combines with rocks and a wooded area. Its 150 metres in length and 30 metres in width form a semi-urban stretch with calm waters and medium occupancy, included in the Reserva Natural Parcial de la Ría and a ZEPA / SCI. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the AS-256 and VV-5, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces. There are showers, food and drink services and first aid.
Length150 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby El Puntal marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Cabueñes · 30 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking and access from AS-256 y VV-5.
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 PuntalDrinks and cafés
near Playa del PuntalWhere to stay
near Playa del Puntal
1
Playa del Puntal Villaviciosa I Asturias Apartamento Primera Linea PlayaHotel in Villaviciosa
146 mapprox.
2
Casa Rural Aldea MisiegoCasa rural en Villaviciosa
1 kmapprox.
3
Hotel ImperialHotel in Villaviciosa
2 kmapprox.
4
Hotel Las TerrazasHotel in Villaviciosa
2.1 kmapprox.
5
Apartamentos Rurales Les MestesCasa rural en Villaviciosa
2.1 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa del PuntalAbout 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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