SkyHigh cloud
Tarifa · Cádiz
Playa de los Lances Sur
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
2,698 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high26 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide13:59Low tide19:27JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.
Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 wind42 km/h · 90°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 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 41 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Partly cloudy
Low 22°High 26°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 40 km/h Gusts 65 km/h Humidity 67–87% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 25°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 95% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 71–93% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 21°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 87–93% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Moderate waves
Water temperature19 °C
WindE · 40 km/h
Referencia: Playa Lances Sur · 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: Tarifa · 1.4 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 19 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 13:59 and low tide at 19:27.
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
Los Lances Sur is a long stretch of golden sand integrated into a semi-urban frontage and protected by a Natural Park. Its 2,698 metres of length and 125 metres of width explain the spaciousness of the area, which combines high occupancy with moderate waves and windy conditions. The promenade structures a beach with a surfing area and numerous services, including toilets, showers, food service and nautical equipment hire. Access is easy on foot or by car from the N-340, with more than 100 parking spaces and an urban bus service.
Length2,698 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width125 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot 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 surfing area, diving, water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Algeciras marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Punta Europa · 25 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
near Playa de los Lances SurDrinks and cafés
near Playa de los Lances SurWhere to stay
near Playa de los Lances SurParking
near Playa de los Lances Sur
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ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
169 mapprox.
2
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
189 mapprox.
3
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
190 mapprox.
4
ParkingFree according to OSM · Public access
197 mapprox.
5
ParkingGratuito según OSM · 3 plazas · Public access
198 mapprox.
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