SkyOvercast with rain
Barbate · Cádiz
Playa El Carmen
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,600 mSand
Water21 °CDaily high24 °CUV3WavesSlightHigh tide03:17Low tide20:52JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.
Accumulated wind23 km/h · 153°Water temperature21 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 29 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 24 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 19°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 89 km/h Humidity 78–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Chubascos
Low 18°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 58 km/h Humidity 73–94% ≈ slight ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 25 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 75–90% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature21 °C
WindModerate
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Barbate · 1.5 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:17 and low tide at 20:52.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 28 UFC/100 mL | 140 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 70 UFC/100 mL | 20 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 11 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 33 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 23 UFC/100 mL |
| 29/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 15 UFC/100 mL | 35 UFC/100 mL |
| 28/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Not classified | 300 UFC/100 mL | 220 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 26 UFC/100 mL | 11 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 18 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 31 UFC/100 mL | 190 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 62 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 90 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 180 UFC/100 mL | 100 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 43 UFC/100 mL | 120 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 18 UFC/100 mL | 100 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 70 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 250 UFC/100 mL | 90 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 57 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 120 UFC/100 mL | 57 UFC/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 SUFFICIENT EEA2024 GOOD EEA2023 GOOD 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 sufficient; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa El Carmen is an extensive urban sandy beach beside Barbate’s fishing and sporting port. Its 1,600-metre length and 90-metre width are integrated into the town centre through the seafront promenade, with golden sand and waters usually experiencing moderate swell and wind. The beach offers bathing services, catering, nautical activities, sports, children’s games, surfing and diving. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the A-314, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces and an urban bus.
Length1,600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width90 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 characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, diving, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Barbate marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario de Puerto Real · 60 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-314, Vejer de la Frontera - Barbate.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa El Carmen
1
Restaurante la TrainaRestaurant in Barbate
144 mapprox.
2
Taberna de AbelardoAvenida Cabo Diego Pérez Rodríguez 67, Barbate
229 mapprox.
3
Trattoria-Pizzeria Da Francesco e GiuliaRestaurant in Barbate
258 mapprox.
4
Gran MurallaRestaurant in Barbate
269 mapprox.
5
Noor KebabAvenida Atlántico
291 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa El CarmenWhere to stay
near Playa El CarmenParking
near Playa El CarmenAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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