Playa de Cristall
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Badalona · Barcelona

Playa de Cristall

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

300 mSand
Daily high27 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyPartly cloudy
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain45%
Humidity62%
WindSE 11 km/hGusts 24 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 wind8 km/h · 2°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 Badalona
Today14:00◐27°Partly cloudy☂ 45% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Today17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Today20:00☁25°High cloud☂ 40% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Today23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁24°Mostly cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ SE 7 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁22°Cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ SE 4 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁21°High cloud☂ 100% · ↝ NW 7 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂24°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 8 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂26°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂27°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁26°High cloud☂ 80% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁24°Mostly cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☂23°Mostly cloudy with light rain · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☂22°Overcast with light rain · ↝ E 14 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 45% chance of rain and wind SE at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 21°High 27°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 45% ↝ N · 9 km/h Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 61–80% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

☂

Overcast with light rain

Low 21°High 27°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 8 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

☁

High cloud

Low 22°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Gusts 30 km/h Humidity 78–85% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

☂

Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 20°High 28°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Humidity 65–85% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51100015M08015B1
E. coli31 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci62 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 bathing31 NMP/100 mL62 NMP/100 mL
04/09/2025Suitable for bathing63 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/09/2025No published assessment61 UFC/100 ml98 UFC/100 ml
01/09/2025No published assessment1,785 UFC/100 ml1,989 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
31/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL61 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml63 UFC/100 ml
28/07/2025No published assessment148 UFC/100 ml644 UFC/100 ml
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing41 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 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 bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL52 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
06/09/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing73 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing350 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 mL85 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2023Suitable 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 de Cristall is located between the Riera Canyadó and the Vallmajor stream, two references that identify its position along the Badalona coast. Its 300 metres of golden sand form an urban frontage with a seafront promenade, calm waters and high occupancy. It can be reached on foot or by car from the N-II, with interurban transport and a connection with the surroundings of Badalona port. It has toilets, showers, drinking water, catering and adapted access.

Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width45 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Drinking water
Tourist information
Food and drink
MarinaPuerto de Badalona

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto de Badalona marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
✓
ParkingNear the beach
✓
BusIntercity bus, B-22, B-29,B-30, B-31
✓
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 facilityGermans Trias i Pujol · 10 km

Access and accessibility

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

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