Playa de L'Arrabassada
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Playa de L'Arrabassada

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

550 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water27 °CDaily high28 °CUV5WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
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Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity59%
WindSE 12 km/hGusts 24 km/h
Water27 °C
Maximum UV5
WavesSlight

This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.

Environmental estimate

Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas

Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.

Accumulated wind8 km/h · 89°Water temperature27 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Tarragona
Today14:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Today17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Today20:00☁25°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ S 7 km/h
Today23:00☁24°Mostly cloudy☂ 5% · ↝ SE 4 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁23°Overcast☂ 20% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁22°Overcast☂ 20% · ↝ E 5 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁21°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ N 8 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂26°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 6 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁26°Overcast☂ 60% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 60% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁26°Cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ E 5 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 80% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☂22°Overcast with light rain · ↝ NE 7 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☂20°Overcast with light rain · ↝ NE 10 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SE at 12 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Clear

Low 23°High 28°
MorningClearAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ light Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 59–84% ≈ slight ◉ Water 27° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 21°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudy with rainAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 62–94% ≈ slight ◉ Water 27° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 81–100% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 22°High 28°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea state

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 27/09 09:05
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Slight

Water temperature27 °C

WindLight

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 27 °C.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51400148M43148E1
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
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
11/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing74 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL98 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 bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL64 NMP/100 mL
20/09/2023Suitable for bathing197 NMP/100 mL168 NMP/100 mL
07/09/2023Suitable for bathing64 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
24/08/2023Suitable for bathing160 NMP/100 mL31 NMP/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
31/07/2023Suitable for bathing42 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2023Suitable for bathing42 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
10/07/2023Suitable for bathing75 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
26/06/2023Suitable for bathing10 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 de L'Arrabassada occupies 550 metres of semi-urban coastline, with an average width of 60 metres and a shore of golden sand. It is a very busy area, with calm waters and a seafront promenade, integrated into Tarragona’s urban frontage. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the N-340 and Vía Augusta; parking is available for between 50 and 100 vehicles, along with an urban bus service. Practical facilities include adapted toilets, showers, catering, nautical equipment hire and amphibious chairs for assisted bathing.

Length550 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel 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
Water-sports hire
Sports area
Surfing area
MarinaNàutic Tarragona

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire and the nearby Nàutic Tarragona marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
✓
Assisted bathingPublished support service
✓
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
✓
BusUrban bus service
✓
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard towers
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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 Sant Pau i Santa Tecla · 3 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340, Vía Augusta.

Location

Directions

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