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Salou · Tarragona
Playa de Ponent
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa de Llevant · 1.3 km
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 wind6 km/h · 305°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 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 35% chance of rain and wind S at 5 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 16°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ N · 1 km/h Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 63–92% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 18°High 24°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 24 km/h Gusts 51 km/h Humidity 50–100% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 17°High 19°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ W · 25 km/h Gusts 67 km/h Humidity 59–64% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 13°High 21°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ S · 5 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ 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 | 31 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 253 UFC/100 ml | 119 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 11/08/2025 | No published assessment | 52 UFC/100 ml | 96 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 41 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/07/2025 | No published assessment | 30 UFC/100 ml | 96 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 218 UFC/100 ml | 213 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 98 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 | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 GOOD EEA2023 GOOD 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 is located in Salou, Tarragona, and runs parallel to Passeig Miramar within an urban coastal frontage. The listing identifies it as a bathing area with a seafront promenade, toilets, showers, litter bins, drinking water, catering, hire of sun loungers and parasols, a sports area and public Wi-Fi. Access includes parking, buses, facilities for people with reduced mobility and assisted bathing. The area also has rescue and lifeguard services and first aid, together with a broad range of services clearly linked to its urban setting.
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and public Wi-Fi.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Assisted bathingPublished support service
ParkingNear the beach
BusPublic transport
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard towers
First aidPublished first-aid post
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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