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San Roque · Cádiz
Playa de la Alcaidesa
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,050 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high26 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide14:25Low tide19:58JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05
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 wind19 km/h · 86°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
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 overcast and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 10% chance of rain and wind E at 21 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 22°High 26°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 76–92% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast with light rain
Low 21°High 23°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 13 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 80–98% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Overcast
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ E · 15 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 91–97% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 27°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Moderate waves
WindE · 20 km/h
Referencia: Playa de la Alcaidesa · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Sotogrande · 6 km.
Sea and planning
The next tide references are high tide at 14:25 and low tide at 19:58.
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 de la Alcaidesa is an urban beach of dark sand, 1,050 metres long, with a width of 70 metres, a semi-urban frontage and vegetation. Access is from the development of the same name, via the A-7, on foot or by car. It has moderate swell, high visitor numbers and parking for fewer than 50 vehicles. Toilets, showers, food facilities, hire of sun loungers and parasols, sports facilities and a children's area complete the beach's everyday amenities.
Length1,050 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Sotogrande marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de la Línea · 35 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-7-Urbanización La Alcaidesa.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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