SkyPartly cloudy
Palamós · Girona
Playa de La Fosca
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high27 °CUV5WavesSlightJellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 · 115°Water temperature25 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 50% chance of rain and wind SE at 16 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 50% ↝ light Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 61–85% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 19°High 27°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 64–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 21°High 27°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 93–98% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 19°High 28°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 20 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 temperature25 °C
WindLight
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C.
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 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 52 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1,291 UFC/100 ml | 546 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 63 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 42 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 150 NMP/100 mL | 137 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 164 NMP/100 mL | 111 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 64 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 99 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 75 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/06/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 207 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/06/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 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
Playa de La Fosca takes its name from a large rock separating it from Playa de San Esteve de la Fosca. It is a semi-urban beach of golden sand, 300 metres long and 37 metres wide, with a seafront promenade, vegetation and an anchorage area, under moderate waves and with high visitor numbers. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the C-31, with more than 100 parking spaces, a walkway for people with reduced mobility, showers, toilets and nautical hire.
Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width37 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished 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 and sunbed hire.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Marina de Palamós (Girona) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Assisted bathingPublished support service
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Palamós · 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 C-31.
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 de La FoscaDrinks and cafés
near Playa de La FoscaWhere to stay
near Playa de La Fosca
1
Hostal la FoscaHotel in Palamós
89 mapprox.
2
Hotel AncoraCarrer de Josep Pla 43, Palamos
294 mapprox.
3
Casa de Colònies La FoscaHostal en Palamós
994 mapprox.
4
Hotel Sant JoanAvinguda de la Llibertat 79, Palamós
1.1 kmapprox.
5
Hotel Vostra LlarAvinguda del President Macià 12, Palamós
1.5 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa de La FoscaAbout 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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