Playa del Far de S. Cristòfol
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Vilanova i la Geltrú · Barcelona

Playa del Far de S. Cristòfol

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

900 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high22 °CUV2JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa de Ribes-Roges · 1.4 km

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyMostly cloudy
Temperature21 °CFeels like 21 °C
Forecast rain10%
Humidity84%
WindS 8 km/hGusts 12 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV2

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 wind7 km/h · 284°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 Vilanova i la Geltrú
Today17:00☁21°Mostly cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ S 8 km/h
Today20:00☁20°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ SW 6 km/h
Today23:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 24 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂18°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂18°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 17 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☀18°Clear☂ 45% · ↝ NW 11 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☀20°Clear☂ 45% · ↝ W 30 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 36 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 29 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀20°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 9 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀19°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 11 km/h
Friday 1302:00☀18°Clear · ↝ W 12 km/h
Friday 1305:00☀17°Clear · ↝ W 27 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of mostly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 10% chance of rain and wind S at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.

Next days

Today

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High cloud

Low 18°High 22°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 5 km/h Gusts 55 km/h Humidity 67–91% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 17°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 30 km/h Gusts 56 km/h Humidity 52–100% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 17°High 18°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ W · 20 km/h Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 64–68% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 13°High 20°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51100307M08307A1
E. coli10 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci10 NMP/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
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
31/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
10/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL30 NMP/100 mL
27/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing42 NMP/100 mL20 NMP/100 mL
29/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2025Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL41 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
14/07/2025No published assessment122 UFC/100 ml228 UFC/100 ml
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing20 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
22/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
29/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing31 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing10 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 GOOD EEA2020 GOOD 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 14/09/2026. 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 del Far de S. Cristòfol takes its name from the lighthouse beside the port. It is an extensive urban beach 900 metres long and 150 metres wide, with golden sand and calm waters, integrated into a highly occupied urban frontage. It is easy to reach on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces and assisted bathing for people with reduced mobility. It also offers an amphibious chair, adapted toilets, food services, nautical equipment hire and an anchorage area.

Length900 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width150 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sports area
Anchorage
MarinaPort Vilanova (Vilanova i la Geltrú)

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, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Port Vilanova (Vilanova i la Geltrú) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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Assisted bathingPublished support service
✓
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
✓
BusIntercity bus
✓
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard towers
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityParc Sanitari Sant Joan de Deu · 1.9 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from C-32, C-31, A-7.

Location

Directions

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