SkyOvercast with rain
Poio · Pontevedra
Playa Chancelas
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
215 mSand
Water18 °CDaily high15 °CUV2WavesSlightHigh tide04:12Low tide21:56JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind8 km/h · 155°Water temperature18 °CValid 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 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 15 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 15 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 15 °C, water temperature around 18 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 15°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 93–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 94–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Cloudy
Low 14°High 17°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 98–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 90–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature18 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Marín (Ría de Pontevedra) · 2.7 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 18 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:12 and low tide at 21:56.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/09/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/09/2026 | Not classified | 164 NMP/100 mL | 99 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2026 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/05/2025 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/08/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/07/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 20 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 14/09/2026. 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 Chancelas takes its name from the urban centre to which it belongs and is a semi-urban beach in Poio, with vegetation and an anchorage area. Its 215-metre length and 8-metre width form a narrow beach of white sand, calm waters and high visitor numbers. It is easily reached on foot or by car, with signs, parking, an interurban bus and an adapted route. The listing records showers, litter bins, cleaning and anchorage as its main facilities.
Length215 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width8 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Combarro marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
BusIntercity bus (Pontevedra - Samieira · 0,1 km away)
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital de Montecelo · 9 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include a bus connection and access from PO-308.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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