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Mataró · Barcelona
Playa de Ponent
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
180 mSand / Rock
Water19 °CDaily high23 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00Reference sea area: Playa del Varador · 0.8 km
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind12 km/h · 265°Valid 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 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 12 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 19 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 19°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 10 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 59–90% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 18°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 24 km/h Gusts 53 km/h Humidity 51–98% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 17°High 18°
☂ Rain 65% ↝ SW · 5 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 62–69% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 15°High 20°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ 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 | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/09/2025 | No published assessment | 86 UFC/100 ml | 146 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 144 UFC/100 ml |
| 31/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/07/2025 | No published assessment | 52 UFC/100 ml | 85 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 301 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 13 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 Ponent, or Poniente, is a small coastal stretch of Mataró made up of golden sand and rocks. Its 180 metres in length and 16.5 metres in width form a quiet semi-urban space crossed by a seafront promenade. It is easily reached on foot or by car from the N-II, C-32 or C-60, with more than 100 parking spaces and urban and interurban transport. It has adapted toilets, showers, drinking water and visitor support services.
Length180 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width16.5 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemiUrbanaLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
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 Port Mataró marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus / Intercity bus
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Mataró · 0.4 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-II, C-32, C-60.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
near Playa de PonentDrinks and cafés
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