SkyOvercast with light rain
Vilanova de Arousa · Pontevedra
Playa Castelete
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
200 mSand
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 · 1 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 | 20 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2026 | Not classified | 238 NMP/100 mL | 238 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/07/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/05/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/09/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2025 | Not classified | 192 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 | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 87 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/06/2025 | Not classified | 124 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2025 | Not classified | 10 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 | 9 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 | 31 NMP/100 mL | 42 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 | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/05/2024 | 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 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 Castelete is an isolated sandy beach 200 metres long and 10 metres wide, defined by golden sand, vegetation and a coastal frontage of dunes. Its calm waters and low visitor numbers reinforce the sense of a little-frequented stretch, consistent with the absence of infrastructure and visitor services. It can be easily reached on foot or by car from the CC-550 road, with an interurban bus connection to Vilagarcía and Illa de Arousa. Cleaning is listed as the only specific beach service, with Marina Vilagarcía as the nautical reference.
Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width10 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include a cleaning service.
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 · 0,3 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 CasteleteDrinks and cafés
near Playa CasteleteWhere to stay
near Playa Castelete
1
Hotel DinajanHotel in Vilanova de Arousa
291 mapprox.
2
Luz de LunaW Terrón 13, Vilanova de Arousa
550 mapprox.
3
Hotel Arco IrisPlaya del Terrón 12, Vilanova de Arousa
578 mapprox.
4
Hotel TorresHotel in Vilanova de Arousa
810 mapprox.
5
Albergue de PeregrinosHostal en Vilanova de Arousa
1.6 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa CasteleteAbout 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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