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Playa de Sant Sebastià
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,175 mMedium-grain sand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water20 °CDaily high23 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent information
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00Reference sea area: Playa de La Barceloneta · 0.7 km
Now
Forecast for 18:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
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 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SW at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
High cloud
Low 18°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 9 km/h Gusts 39 km/h Humidity 54–86% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 18°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 23 km/h Gusts 62 km/h Humidity 46–99% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ W · 10 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 56–62% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 16°High 20°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ Calm · 0 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 | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 164 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 85 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 98 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 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 | 31 UFC/100 ml | 10 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 Sant Sebastià is a large urban beach in Barcelona, with 1,175 metres of golden sand, a width of 75 metres and calm waters. The seafront promenade and anchorage area are very close to the industrial basin and quays associated with maritime trade, a proximity that defines the setting. It is accessible on foot or by car, with several bus routes and metro line 4. It offers adapted showers and washbasins, food and drink services and public Wi-Fi.
Length1,175 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width75 mPublished average width
CompositionMedium-grain sandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and public Wi-Fi.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area and an anchorage.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingNear the beach
BusRoute Bus: 14, 16, 17, 39, 40, 45, 51, 57, 59, 64, 157 Metro: Line 4-Barceloneta
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital del Mar · 1.4 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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near Playa de Sant SebastiàWhere to stay
near Playa de Sant Sebastià
1
equity point seaHostal en Barcelona
364 mapprox.
2
Hotel Best Western Hotel 54 BarcelonetaHotel in Barcelona
543 mapprox.
3
Eurostars Grand MarinaHotel in Barcelona
721 mapprox.
4
Hotel Soho HouseHotel in Barcelona
1.1 kmapprox.
5
Barcelona DreamsCarrer de Josep Anselm Clavé 4, Barcelona
1.1 kmapprox.
Parking
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