A Guarda · Pontevedra

Playa Area Grande - Guarda

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high23 °CUV5High tide15:09Low tide21:18JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkySunny intervals with light rain
Temperature23 °CFeels like 23 °C
Forecast rain70%
Humidity52%
WindSW 2 km/hGusts 10 km/h
Maximum UV5

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 · 346°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of A Guarda
Today14:00☂23°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ SW 2 km/h
Today17:00☂23°Mostly cloudy with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ W 3 km/h
Today20:00☁22°High cloud☂ 30% · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Today23:00☁18°High cloud☂ 30% · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁17°High cloud☂ 15% · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁17°Mostly cloudy☂ 15% · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁16°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ NW 3 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁20°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SE 4 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐23°Sunny intervals☂ 30% · ↝ SW 11 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐24°Sunny intervals☂ 30% · ↝ SW 13 km/h
Tomorrow20:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SW 7 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁19°Cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ NW 3 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ N 3 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ S 14 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of sunny intervals with light rain and a forecast temperature of 23 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 23 °C, 70% chance of rain and wind SW at 2 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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High cloud

Low 17°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy with light rain
☂ Rain 70% ↝ NW · 3 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 49–90% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 16°High 24°
MorningOvercastAfternoonSunny intervals
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SE · 4 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 58–100% ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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High cloud

Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 45 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 72–83% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with rain

Low 16°High 25°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES11400023M36023D1
E. coli9 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci9 NMP/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
21/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
07/09/2025Not classified111 NMP/100 mL150 NMP/100 mL
25/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
11/08/2025Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2025Not classified20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
22/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
08/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2025Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/09/2024Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
10/09/2024Not classified42 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
28/08/2024Not classified53 NMP/100 mL75 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
31/07/2024Not classified75 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
03/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/06/2024Not classified31 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
10/06/2024Not classified31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
24/09/2023Not classified10 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
11/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
01/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
04/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
11/06/2023Not classified42 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
22/05/2023Not classified31 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT 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 21/09/2025. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.

Beach at a glance

What it is like

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Area Grande - Guarda is 300 metres long and 47 metres wide, with fine sand and a mountainous frontage contrasting with its semi-urban character. The space is surrounded by vegetation, includes a seafront promenade and offers a sheltered beach, although occupancy is high. It is easily reached on foot or by car, with signage, parking and an interurban bus service. Notable services include toilets, showers, litter bins, cleaning, food and lifesaving during the summer season.

Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width47 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFinePublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsSheltered beachTypical water conditions
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Baiona

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo Baiona marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus (Vigo - A Guarda · 0,5 km away)

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsSummer season. Lifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital Álvaro Cunqueiro · 51 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from PO-552.

Location

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