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Castell-Platja d'Aro · Girona
Playa d'Aro
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
2,265 mSand
Water17 °CDaily high23 °CUV2WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow 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 wind12 km/h · 232°Water temperature17 °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 and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 17 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 17°High 23°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 95% ↝ moderado Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 57–94% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 42 km/h Humidity 56–100% ≈ rough ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Cloudy
Low 12°High 19°
MorningCloudyAfternoonChubascos
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 78–87% ≈ slight ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy
Low 12°High 20°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea state
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature17 °C
WindModerate
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 17 °C.
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 d'Aro, also known as Platja Gran or Platja Llarga, is the large urban and tourist beach of Castell-Platja d'Aro. Its 2,265 metres of length and 70 metres of width form an extensive strip of golden sand, accompanied by a seafront promenade, vegetation and an urban frontage. The swell is usually moderate, although there may be wind. It is easily reached on foot, by car or by boat, with more than 100 parking spaces, and facilities include food establishments, water-sports hire, sports areas and children's play areas.
Length2,265 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By car · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Club Nàutic Port d'Aro (Platja d'Aro; Girona) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Palamós · 10 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from C-253.
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 d'Aro
1
Restaurant 94Restaurant in Castell-Platja d'Aro
60 mapprox.
2
Marcel CerdanRestaurant in Castell-Platja d'Aro
98 mapprox.
3
Restaurant xinès LujoRestaurant in Castell-Platja d'Aro
212 mapprox.
4
El GauchitoRestaurant in Castell-Platja d'Aro
216 mapprox.
5
La TisanaRestaurant in Castell-Platja d'Aro
293 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa d'AroWhere to stay
near Playa d'Aro
1
Planamar HotelPasseig Marítim 82, Platja d'Aro
168 mapprox.
2
AromarPassatge Empordà 28, Platja d'Aro
170 mapprox.
3
SusanamarAvinguda de la Reina Fabiola, Castell Platja d'Aro
319 mapprox.
4
Cosmopolita Hotel-BoutiqueCarrer Pineda del Mar 1, Platja d'Aro
328 mapprox.
5
BarbaramarCastell Platja d'Aro
329 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa d'AroAbout 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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