SkyOvercast with light rain
Cedeira · A Coruña
Playa Area Longa - Cedeira
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high20 °CUV5High tide15:34Low tide21:42JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 15:00Reference sea area: Playa Magdalena · 1.7 km
Now
Forecast for 15:00
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 wind6 km/h · 207°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 18°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 2 km/h Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 65–90% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Tomorrow
High cloud
Low 17°High 22°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 1 km/h Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 71–99% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 30 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 72–87% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 20 km/h Humidity 65–90% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/05/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/05/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/09/2023 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/08/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/07/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/07/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/06/2023 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/06/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/06/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/05/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 GOOD EEA2016 GOOD 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 16/09/2025. 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
Playa Area Longa - Cedeira occupies 200 metres of golden sand beside the port of Cedeira, along a mountainous frontage with a semi-urban character. Its 25-metre width, calm waters and coastal promenade form a setting integrated into the vicinity of the urban centre, where hotel facilities and restaurants are also present. It is accessed by car from the Cedeira Port road, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles; the interurban bus connection is 1.2 kilometres away.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width25 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, foot showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Cariño marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusIntercity bus · 1,2 km away
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Arquitecto Marcide · 32 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Ctra. Puerto de Cedeira.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa Area Longa - CedeiraDrinks and cafés
near Playa Area Longa - CedeiraWhere to stay
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