El Puerto de Santa María · Cádiz

Playa de Santa Catalina

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

2,995 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high21 °CUV3High tide03:21Low tide21:02JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusRed flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa La Puntilla · 3.4 km

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with rain
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity89%
WindS 42 km/hGusts 73 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV3

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 wind26 km/h · 16°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of El Puerto de Santa María
Today17:00☂21°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ S 42 km/h
Today20:00☂21°Mostly cloudy with rain☂ 100% · ↝ S 55 km/h
Today23:00☀21°Clear☂ 100% · ↝ W 27 km/h
Tomorrow02:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 85% · ↝ W 22 km/h
Tomorrow05:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 85% · ↝ W 20 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀19°Clear☂ 95% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow11:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 95% · ↝ SW 28 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 90% · ↝ W 29 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☁21°Overcast☂ 90% · ↝ W 29 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☁20°Overcast☂ 85% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow23:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 85% · ↝ W 27 km/h
Friday 1302:00☂19°Sunny intervals with light rain · ↝ W 26 km/h
Friday 1305:00☂18°Mostly cloudy with light rain · ↝ W 22 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 42 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 18°High 21°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 24 km/h Gusts 85 km/h Humidity 81–97% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Partly cloudy

Low 18°High 22°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 95% ↝ SW · 28 km/h Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 71–92% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Partly cloudy

Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 15 km/h Gusts 39 km/h Humidity 78–89% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200027M11027F1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci3 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
21/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL20 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL23 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing38 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing18 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing26 UFC/100 mL17 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing38 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL36 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL7 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 21/09/2026. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa de Santa Catalina, also known as Vistahermosa, stands out for its almost three kilometres of golden sand, one of the longest beaches in the municipality. The beach stretches in front of a semi-urban setting surrounded by developments such as Las Redes, El Buzo and El Ancla, as well as a golf course. Vegetation and boat anchorage complete this extensive coastal landscape. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the CA-603, with more than 100 parking spaces, urban transport and facilities including toilets, showers and nautical equipment hire.

Length2,995 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sports area
Surfing area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Sherry (Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz)

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Sherry (Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

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 facilitySanta María del Mar · 4 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CA-603.

Location

Directions

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