SkyOvercast with light rain
Valdoviño · A Coruña
Playa Baleo
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
400 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high21 °CUV5High tide15:34Low tide21:42JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 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 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 85% chance of rain and wind W at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 17°High 21°
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 09:05
Tomorrow
High cloud
Low 16°High 22°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 1 km/h Gusts 17 km/h Humidity 71–99% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
High cloud
Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 30 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 72–87% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 14°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 25 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2025 | Not classified | 64 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 | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/05/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 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 | 10 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 | 10 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 | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/09/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/08/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 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 | 9 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 | 9 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 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 Baleo combines a semi-urban beach 400 metres long and 40 metres wide with a mountain setting protected as a Site of Community Importance (SCI). Golden sand, vegetation and strong, usually windy waves define its character. Nudism is also recorded for this beach in the listing. It is reached by car via the AC-566, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles; the granite-slab path ends in steps leading to the sand, although the showers are adapted.
Length400 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available characteristicNaturism
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a surfing area and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Ferrol marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus · 1 km away
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Arquitecto Marcide · 23 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AC-566.
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 BaleoDrinks and cafés
near Playa BaleoWhere to stay
near Playa BaleoParking
near Playa Baleo
1
ParkingGratuito según OSM · 30 plazas · Acceso no especificado
254 mapprox.
2
ParkingGratuito según OSM · 50 plazas · Acceso no especificado
974 mapprox.
3
ParkingAccess not specified
1.1 kmapprox.
4
ParkingGratuito según OSM · 50 plazas · Public access
1.7 kmapprox.
5
ParkingAccess not specified
1.9 kmapprox.
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