Playa Balarés
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Ponteceso · A Coruña

Playa Balarés

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

350 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water16 °CDaily high18 °CUV2WavesRoughHigh tide04:29Low tide22:14JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast
Temperature16 °CFeels like 16 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity85%
WindSE 6 km/hGusts 13 km/h
Water16 °C
Maximum UV2
WavesRough

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 wind12 km/h · 186°Water temperature16 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Ponteceso
Today16:00☁16°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Today19:00☂15°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Today22:00☁15°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ E 3 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁14°Overcast☂ 90% · ↝ SE 3 km/h
Tomorrow04:00◐14°Partly cloudy☂ 90% · ↝ N 1 km/h
Tomorrow07:00⚡13°Overcast with thunderstorm y light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow10:00⚡14°Overcast with thunderstorm☂ 100% · ↝ S 4 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂17°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 13 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁17°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ S 10 km/h
Tomorrow19:00⚡16°Overcast with thunderstorm☂ 75% · ↝ NE 7 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁14°High cloud☂ 75% · ↝ E 5 km/h
Friday 1301:00☂14°Mostly cloudy with light rain · ↝ E 12 km/h
Friday 1304:00☂13°Overcast with light rain · ↝ E 6 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 16 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 16 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind SE at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 18 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 14°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 82–93% ≈ rough ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Cloudy

Low 13°High 17°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 30 km/h Humidity 75–97% ≈ rough ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Mostly cloudy with light rain

Low 13°High 14°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ NE · 20 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 93–96% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 9°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 1
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
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Rough

Water temperature16 °C

WindModerate

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Siguientes mareas

↓ Bajamar22:14Today · 0.83 m
↑ Pleamar04:29Tomorrow · 3.44 m
↓ Bajamar10:39Tomorrow · 0.85 m
↑ Pleamar16:44Tomorrow · 3.12 m
↓ Bajamar22:46Tomorrow · 0.94 m
↑ Pleamar05:02Friday 13 · 3.3 m
↓ Bajamar11:14Friday 13 · 0.96 m
↑ Pleamar17:18Friday 13 · 2.96 m

Predicción de referencia: Malpica · 14.1 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 16 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:29 and low tide at 22:14.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES11100068M15068A1
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
21/09/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/09/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2026Not classified20 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/08/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
03/08/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
21/07/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
28/06/2026Not classified31 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
22/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Not classified20 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/07/2025Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
10/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
28/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2024Not classified110 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
31/07/2024Not classified9 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 classified20 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
10/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2024Not classified42 NMP/100 mL10 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 21/09/2026. 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 Balarés comprises two beaches, Balarés Grande and Balarés Pequeña, a configuration that is its most recognisable feature. Together they measure 350 metres in length and 40 metres in width, with golden-toned sand and rock, a mountainous frontage, vegetation and an isolated setting included in a Site of Community Importance (SCI). A recreational woodland area with tables, barbecues and a children’s area extends beside the beach, integrated into the coastal landscape. It is accessible by car via the AC-424 between Ponteceso and Corme, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles.

Length350 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFinePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsSheltered beachTypical water conditions
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

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

Facilities and comfort

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

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus · 3,5 km away

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard 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 Virxe da Xunqueira

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AC-424 Ponteceso - Corme.

Location

Directions

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