SkyOvercast with light rain
Vilanova de Arousa · Pontevedra
Playa Cabalgada
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
100 mSand / Rock
Water17 °CDaily high16 °CUV2High tide04:14Low tide21:58JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00Reference sea area: Playa O Terron · 0.8 km
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind16 km/h · 159°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 18:00, 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 12 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 16 °C, water temperature around 17 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 15°High 16°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 16 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 87–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with light rain
Low 14°High 16°
MorningMostly cloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 17 km/h Gusts 44 km/h Humidity 92–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Overcast with thunderstorm
Low 15°High 16°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 45 km/h Humidity 94–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 90–100% ☀ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/09/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 53 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/06/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/05/2026 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/09/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/08/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2025 | Not classified | 53 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/08/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/05/2024 | 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 13/09/2026. 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
Playa Cabalgada is a small isolated stretch 100 metres long and 10 metres wide, where white sand mixes with rock. The coastal frontage consists of dunes and the surroundings include vegetation, while the calm waters and low visitor numbers create a beach with a tranquil character. It has no specific services and is reached on foot, with difficulty, from the CC-550 road. There is an interurban bus connection to Vilagarcía and Illa de Arousa, with a stop located 0.2 kilometres away according to the record. Marina Vilagarcía is listed as the nautical reference.
Length100 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width10 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeDifficult on footPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Marina Vilagarcía (V. de Arousa) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
BusIntercity bus (Vilagarcía - Illa de Arousa · 0,2 km away)
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital do Salnés · 12 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include a bus connection and access from CC-550.
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 CabalgadaDrinks and cafés
near Playa CabalgadaWhere to stay
near Playa Cabalgada
1
Hotel DinajanHotel in Vilanova de Arousa
153 mapprox.
2
Luz de LunaW Terrón 13, Vilanova de Arousa
385 mapprox.
3
Hotel Arco IrisPlaya del Terrón 12, Vilanova de Arousa
417 mapprox.
4
Hotel TorresHotel in Vilanova de Arousa
642 mapprox.
5
Albergue de PeregrinosHostal en Vilanova de Arousa
1.4 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa CabalgadaAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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