Playa Cuevas de Mar
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Llanes · Asturias

Playa Cuevas de Mar

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

125 mSand / Cobbles
Daily high24 °CUV5High tide16:07Low tide22:13JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature24 °CFeels like 24 °C
Forecast rain35%
Humidity54%
WindNW 6 km/hGusts 20 km/h
Maximum UV5

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 wind3 km/h · 271°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Llanes
Today14:00☁24°High cloud☂ 35% · ↝ NW 6 km/h
Today17:00☁22°Overcast☂ 35% · ↝ NW 7 km/h
Today20:00☁20°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ C 0 km/h
Today23:00☁19°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ W 5 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁18°Mostly cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ SW 2 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁17°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ SE 3 km/h
Tomorrow08:00◐18°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 3 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁20°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ NE 6 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁23°Mostly cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ N 6 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁21°Cloudy☂ 30% · ↝ SE 2 km/h
Tomorrow23:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 30% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00◐19°Partly cloudy · ↝ SW 3 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁19°High cloud · ↝ S 3 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 24 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 24 °C, 35% chance of rain and wind NW at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 19°High 24°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 45% ↝ NW · 5 km/h Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 54–86% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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High cloud

Low 17°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 80% ↝ NE · 6 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 74–93% ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 63–79% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 17°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 15 km/h Humidity 80–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test17/08/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES12000036M33036A1
E. coli10 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci10 NMP/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
17/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
30/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL121 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
23/06/2025Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
27/05/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
13/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2024Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL30 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
28/05/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/08/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
01/08/2023Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/07/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/06/2023Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
23/05/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 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 17/08/2026. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Cuevas de Mar owes its name to the karst landscape at the mouth of the Ereba River, where waves have carved cavities into the rocks. The beach, with white sand and rounded stones, is 125 metres long and 47 metres wide and lies beside a cliff frontage, with vegetation and ZEPA/SCI protection. It has moderate waves and high visitor numbers. It is easily reached on foot or by car from the N-634, with more than 100 parking spaces and a nearby recreational area.

Length125 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width47 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Ribadesella

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins and a cleaning service.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Ribadesella marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital del Oriente de Asturias · 35 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and access from N-634.

Location

Directions

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Practical ideas for your visit

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