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Zierbena · Vizcaya
Playa de la Arena
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
966 mSand
Daily high21 °CUV2High tide04:41Low tide22:30JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 wind15 km/h · 186°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 and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 60% chance of rain and wind S at 20 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 17°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 17 km/h Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 61–92% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 15°High 19°
MorningClearAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 30 km/h Gusts 53 km/h Humidity 67–99% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with light rain
Low 14°High 15°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 15 km/h Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 92–97% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 11°High 18°
☂ Rain 70% ↝ W · 10 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 de la Arena, also known as Somorrostro, is a semi-urban beach of fine, dark sand extending for 966 metres in front of dunes and wetland. It reaches 84 metres in width and has high occupancy, on a coastline with moderate surf. The Pobeña coastal path, on the left bank, adds a landscape feature to the setting. It can be reached by car from the N-634, with parking for more than 100 vehicles; there are toilets, showers, catering, a surfing area and assisted bathing.
Length966 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width84 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFine sandPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urban / Dunes / WetlandSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsModerateTypical water conditions
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire and the nearby Bilbao (Santurtzi) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Assisted bathingPublished support service
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus (A3338, A3336, A3321, A3335, A3337)
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Cruces · 15 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-634.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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