SkyPartly cloudy
Begur · Girona
Playa del Racó
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
392 mSand
Water24 °CDaily high24 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa de Sa Riera · 0.9 km
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 · 143°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of partly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 24 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 24 °C, 60% chance of rain and wind SE at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 20°High 24°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 60% ↝ SE · 6 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 66–98% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 18°High 24°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 11 km/h Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 71–100% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
High cloud
Low 20°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 100–100% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 19°High 26°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 20 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 | 10 UFC/100 ml | 30 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 64 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 53 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 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 del Racó combines a 392-metre-long and 65-metre-wide golden sandy beach with a cliff and vegetation along the coast, in a semi-urban setting. Its waters have moderate waves and the beach includes an anchorage area, features that complete an open and well-equipped morphology. Access is easy on foot or by car via the GI-V6502, with more than 100 parking spaces. For everyday use, the listing notes adapted toilets, showers, food and drink services, a tourist office, and hire of sun loungers, parasols and nautical equipment.
Length392 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width65 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Port de Fornells marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Palamós · 16 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and access from GI-V6502.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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