Playa de La Muralla
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El Puerto de Santa María · Cádiz

Playa de La Muralla

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

252 mSand
Water24 °CDaily high30 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide14:24Low tide20:26JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

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Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature29 °CFeels like 29 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity47%
WindSE 31 km/hGusts 46 km/h
Water24 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesMar tranquila

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 wind25 km/h · 114°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedGreen flag27/09/2026 13:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of El Puerto de Santa María
Today13:00☁29°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 31 km/h
Today16:00☁30°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 26 km/h
Today19:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ SE 26 km/h
Today22:00☁25°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ SE 21 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁23°Overcast☂ 5% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☂22°Mostly cloudy with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 9 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 9 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☂23°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ E 24 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂28°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 24 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂27°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ SE 23 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☂25°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ SE 21 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀23°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ SE 19 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00◐21°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 19 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁20°High cloud · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00◐19°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 19 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 29 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SE at 31 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 30 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 24°High 30°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 5% ↝ SE · 35 km/h Gusts 55 km/h Humidity 43–72% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 22°High 28°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ SE · 31 km/h Gusts 47 km/h Humidity 49–87% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 19°High 21°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ S · 15 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 85–96% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 20°High 30°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 50–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 13:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

Water temperature24 °C

WindSE · 35 km/h

Referencia: Playa de la Muralla · 0 km de la playa

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

Siguientes mareas

↑ Pleamar14:24Today · 3.65 m
↓ Bajamar20:26Today · 0.45 m
↑ Pleamar02:43Tomorrow · 3.53 m
↓ Bajamar08:40Tomorrow · 0.47 m
↑ Pleamar15:01Tomorrow · 3.66 m
↓ Bajamar21:00Tomorrow · 0.49 m
↑ Pleamar03:19Tuesday 29 · 3.53 m
↓ Bajamar09:17Tuesday 29 · 0.5 m

Predicción de referencia: El Puerto de Santa María · 4.1 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 24 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 14:24 and low tide at 20:26.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test10/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200027M11027G1
E. coli4 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci3 UFC/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
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing28 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/09/2025Suitable for bathing58 UFC/100 mL100 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2025Suitable for bathing38 UFC/100 mL45 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Not classified1 UFC/100 mL230 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
19/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Not classified620 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing55 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing400 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 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 10/09/2026. 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 La Muralla is a sandy cove set between cliffs beside Santa Catalina Castle, which separates it from La Calita. Its 252 metres of golden sand form a compact semi-urban space with vegetation and calm waters. It is reached by road via avenida de La Muralla or paseo de Santa Catalina, beside the Vistahermosa development. There is parking, urban transport, toilets, showers and a signposted access walkway.

Length252 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 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 characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Diving
MarinaPuerto Sherry (Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz)

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies diving and the nearby Puerto Sherry (Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

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 facilitySanta María del Mar · 2.5 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Urbanización Vistahermosa.

Location

Directions

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