Playa D'Aiguablava
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Begur · Girona

Playa D'Aiguablava

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

65 mSand / Gravel
Daily high24 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa de Sa Riera · 4.3 km

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature24 °CFeels like 24 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity66%
WindSE 13 km/hGusts 31 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 wind6 km/h · 143°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 Begur
Today14:00◐24°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Today17:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Today20:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Today23:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 7 km/h
Tomorrow02:00◐21°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ S 5 km/h
Tomorrow05:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ S 5 km/h
Tomorrow08:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ S 3 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁23°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁24°High cloud☂ 40% · ↝ S 12 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁24°High cloud☂ 40% · ↝ S 15 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁22°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁22°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ SE 9 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁21°Overcast · ↝ SE 7 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁21°Overcast · ↝ SE 8 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 24 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 24 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SE at 13 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

☂

Overcast with light rain

Low 20°High 24°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 60% ↝ SE · 6 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 66–98% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

☁

Overcast

Low 18°High 24°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 11 km/h Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 71–100% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

☁

High cloud

Low 20°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 100–100% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

☂

Sunny intervals with rain

Low 19°High 26°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 20 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51200013M17013D1
E. coli75 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci74 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
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing75 NMP/100 mL74 NMP/100 mL
08/09/2025Suitable for bathing52 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/09/2025No published assessment20 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
02/09/2025No published assessment228 UFC/100 ml228 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing99 NMP/100 mL42 NMP/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2025Suitable for bathing74 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2024Suitable for bathing75 NMP/100 mL75 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
21/09/2023Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing150 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing87 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
31/07/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
10/07/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2023Suitable for bathing87 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
12/06/2023Suitable 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 15/09/2025. 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 D'Aiguablava occupies a small bay only 65 metres long and 34 metres wide, set between heavily vegetated mountains. Its isolated character and mountainous surroundings define a beach of golden sand and gravel, with calm waters and an anchorage area frequented by pleasure craft. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the GIP-6532, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles. Facilities include toilets, foot-washing facilities, food and drink services, a tourist office, sun lounger and parasol hire, and a sailing club.

Length65 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width34 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / GravelPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Anchorage
MarinaPort de Fornells

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.

Activities

Published information identifies water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Port de Fornells marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
✓
BusPublic transport
✓
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet

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 Comarcal de Palamós · 15 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from GIP-6532.

Location

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