SkyHigh cloud
Tarifa · Cádiz
Playa Chica
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
133 mSand
Water19 °CDaily high26 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide02:21Low tide19:27JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.
Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 wind42 km/h · 90°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 37 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Partly cloudy
Low 22°High 26°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 40 km/h Gusts 65 km/h Humidity 67–87% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 25°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 95% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 71–93% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 21°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 87–93% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Mar tranquila
Water temperature19 °C
WindE · 40 km/h
Referencia: Playa Chica · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Tarifa · 0.4 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 19 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:21 and low tide at 19:27.
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa Chica is a small sandy beach 133 metres long and 30 metres wide, set between the port and the island of Tarifa. Its golden sand occupies an urban frontage with a seafront promenade, vegetation and calm waters, although wind is usual and visitor numbers are high. The views form part of its identity, and the listing also notes the port's nautical club and a diving school. Access is easy on foot via the N-340, with an urban bus service and accessibility measures. Facilities include showers, cleaning services, food, games and diving.
Length133 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies diving, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Algeciras marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Punta Europa · 25 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include a bus connection and access from N-340.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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