Playa de Ponent
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Vilassar de Mar · Barcelona

Playa de Ponent

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,160 mSand
Daily high28 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyCloudy
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain55%
Humidity65%
WindSE 8 km/hGusts 22 km/h
Maximum UV5

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 · 347°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Vilassar de Mar
Today14:00☂28°Mostly cloudy with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Today17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 55% · ↝ S 10 km/h
Today20:00☁25°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SE 7 km/h
Today23:00☁24°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ S 4 km/h
Tomorrow02:00◐24°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ S 3 km/h
Tomorrow05:00◐24°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 2 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁23°High cloud☂ 100% · ↝ NW 6 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂25°Cloudy with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 5 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁27°High cloud☂ 95% · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 95% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁26°Mostly cloudy☂ 65% · ↝ E 11 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁25°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ NE 5 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁24°Overcast · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁24°Overcast · ↝ SE 9 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 55% chance of rain and wind SE at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 23°High 28°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 55% ↝ NE · 4 km/h Gusts 23 km/h Humidity 65–82% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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Cloudy with light rain

Low 23°High 27°
MorningCloudy with light rainAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 65–83% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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High cloud

Low 24°High 25°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 20 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 81–84% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 22°High 28°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 65–95% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51100219M08219C1
E. coli111 UFC/100 ml
Enterococci192 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
15/09/2025No published assessment111 UFC/100 ml192 UFC/100 ml
08/09/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml30 UFC/100 ml
04/09/2025No published assessment41 UFC/100 ml51 UFC/100 ml
02/09/2025No published assessment365 UFC/100 ml408 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml20 UFC/100 ml
06/08/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
31/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml31 UFC/100 ml
30/07/2025No published assessment31 UFC/100 ml189 UFC/100 ml
28/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml211 UFC/100 ml
14/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
30/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
16/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
02/06/2025No published assessment31 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 GOOD EEA2022 SUFFICIENT EEA2021 SUFFICIENT EEA2020 SUFFICIENT EEA2019 SUFFICIENT EEA2018 SUFFICIENT EEA2017 SUFFICIENT EEA2016 SUFFICIENT EEA2015 SUFFICIENT 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa de Ponent is one of the longest beaches in Vilassar de Mar, together with Cabrera. Its 1,160 metres of golden sand run along an urban frontage with a seafront promenade, medium occupancy and calm waters. Its width of 20 metres maintains a narrow, continuous coastal profile. Access is easy on foot, with interurban transport and a connection via the N-II. Practical facilities include toilets, showers, foot-wash facilities, food and drink services and cleaning.

Length1,160 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink

Facilities and comfort

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

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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BusIntercity bus

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 facilityHospital de Mataró · 4.5 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include a bus connection and access from N-II.

Practical ideas for your visit

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