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L'Ampolla · Tarragona
Playa de L'Arenal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,800 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent information
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 19:00Reference sea area: Playa del Cap Roig · 3.7 km
Now
Forecast for 19:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 19:00, 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, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 16°High 23°
MorningSunny intervals with light rainAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 8 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 64–91% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 16°High 25°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 25 km/h Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 40–100% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 14°High 16°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ W · 15 km/h Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 69–73% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 12°High 21°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 65–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
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
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 42 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 11/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 42 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 150 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 75 UFC/100 ml | 238 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 42 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 53 UFC/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
Playa de L'Arenal is characterised by fine golden sand, typical of the beaches of the Delta, and calm, shallow waters. It is a semi-urban beach 1,800 metres long but only 17 metres wide, accompanied by a promenade and vegetation within the Parque Natural. In the northern area, 500 metres away, there is the promenade’s children’s area, while the lagoon of les Olles is listed as a place of natural interest. It can be reached on foot, by car or by boat, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles, toilets, catering and nautical equipment hire.
Length1,800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width17 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By car · By boatPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Club Nàutic Ampolla marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityVerge de la Cinta · 40 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and access from N-340, AP-7 Salida 39A.
Location
Directions
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