SkyOvercast with light rain
Ribadeo · Lugo
Playa de Las Catedrales
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
880 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water14 °CDaily high20 °CUV2WavesSlightHigh tide04:48Low tide22:36JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind7 km/h · 191°Water temperature14 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 17 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 17 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind SE at 3 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 14 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 16°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 67–90% ≈ slight ◉ Water 14° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 79–99% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 15° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Mostly cloudy
Low 13°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 89–96% ≈ rough ◉ Water 15° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 19°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 1
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature14 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Foz · 7.9 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 14 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:48 and low tide at 22:36.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/09/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2026 | Not classified | 53 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2026 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/05/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/08/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/05/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/09/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/09/2024 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2024 | Not classified | 99 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/07/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/06/2024 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/05/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 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 13/09/2026. 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
Playa de Las Catedrales owes its identity to the caves and rock formations that make this white-sand beach a distinctive coastal landscape. The strip is 880 metres long and 50 metres wide, in an area of great ecological value declared a Natural Monument and also protected as a Special Area of Conservation (ZEC) and Biosphere Reserve. The upper promenade runs along wooden walkways. Although access is easy on foot, the large number of visitors makes it advisable to consider its more than 100 parking spaces and beach bus service.
Length880 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsNatural Monument: 28.94 ha, of which 20 ha are marine waters. SCI: 304.36 haTypical water conditions
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Real Club Náutico de Ribadeo marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus · 1,5 km away, bus playa
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season. Lifeguard staff and equipment
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital da Costa · 27 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Ctra. de la Costa.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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