SkyOvercast with light rain
Nigrán · Pontevedra
Playa América
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,300 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high17 °CUV2High tide04:12Low tide21:57JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Patos · 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 · 153°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 16 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 16 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 17 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 15°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 19 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 87–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 15°High 16°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 87–97% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with light rain
Low 15°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 89–97% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 85–95% ☀ UV 1
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2026 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/09/2026 | Not classified | 99 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2026 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/08/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/07/2026 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2026 | Not classified | 364 NMP/100 mL | 111 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Not classified | 406 NMP/100 mL | 238 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2026 | Not classified | 384 NMP/100 mL | 207 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2026 | Not classified | 406 NMP/100 mL | 137 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2025 | Not classified | 453 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2025 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2025 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 75 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/07/2025 | Area where bathing is temporarily prohibited | 2,006 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2025 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/06/2025 | Not classified | 324 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Not classified | 164 NMP/100 mL | 75 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/05/2025 | Not classified | 150 NMP/100 mL | 53 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/09/2024 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 140 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/09/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/08/2024 | Not classified | 410 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/06/2024 | Not classified | 450 NMP/100 mL | 300 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/06/2024 | Not classified | 190 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/05/2024 | Not classified | 110 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/09/2023 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 SUFFICIENT EEA2024 GOOD EEA2023 GOOD EEA2022 GOOD EEA2021 GOOD EEA2020 GOOD EEA2019 GOOD EEA2018 GOOD EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 14/09/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is sufficient; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa América is a large urban beach in Nigrán occupying much of the ría de Baiona. Its 1,300 metres of length and 100 metres of width extend over white sand, with a promenade, vegetation and anchorage areas. The urban frontage has moderate waves and wind, and visitor numbers are listed as high. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the Vigo to Baiona road, with a car park of more than 100 spaces and an interurban bus stop 0.5 kilometres away. Toilets, showers, food services, nautical equipment hire, a sailing club and a sports area complete the facilities.
Length1,300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width100 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto de Panxón marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus (Vigo - Baiona · 0,5 km away)
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season. Lifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Álvaro Cunqueiro · 12 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Vigo - Baiona.
Location
Directions
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