Playa Espigon

Huelva · Huelva

Playa Espigon

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

3,000 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high28 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide14:36Low tide20:37JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

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Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature29 °CFeels like 31 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity58%
WindS 16 km/hGusts 34 km/h
Water25 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesModerate waves

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 wind8 km/h · 285°Water temperature25 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedGreen flag27/09/2026 14:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas
★ Distintivo anualBandera Azul 2026ADEAC · No es la bandera de baño

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Huelva
Today14:00☁29°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 16 km/h
Today17:00☁26°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 16 km/h
Today20:00☁24°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ S 14 km/h
Today23:00☁22°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ S 13 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ S 18 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ S 17 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ E 7 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂24°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂25°Cloudy with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ S 20 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂26°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ S 23 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ S 16 km/h
Tomorrow23:00◐21°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SE 6 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁20°High cloud · ↝ E 4 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00◐19°Partly cloudy · ↝ NE 5 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 29 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 31 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 16 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Cloudy

Low 22°High 28°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ light Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 33–92% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Mostly cloudy

Low 21°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonChubascos
☂ Rain 85% ↝ moderado Gusts 43 km/h Humidity 59–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ light Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 96–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 18°High 28°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 60–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 14:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Moderate waves

Water temperature25 °C

WindLight

Referencia: Playa del Espigón · 0 km de la playa

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Siguientes mareas

↑ Pleamar14:36Today · 3.47 m
↓ Bajamar20:37Today · 0.24 m
↑ Pleamar02:56Tomorrow · 3.39 m
↓ Bajamar08:53Tomorrow · 0.25 m
↑ Pleamar15:13Tomorrow · 3.45 m
↓ Bajamar21:12Tomorrow · 0.27 m
↑ Pleamar03:33Tuesday 29 · 3.37 m
↓ Bajamar09:30Tuesday 29 · 0.28 m

Predicción de referencia: Punta Umbría · 5.4 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 14:36 and low tide at 20:37.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test01/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61500041M21041A2
E. coli6 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci6 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
01/09/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL11 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL12 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing200 UFC/100 mL42 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
22/07/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
02/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/05/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL11 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 1/09/2026. 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 Espigon extends alongside the Juan Carlos I breakwater of the port of Huelva, whose sand has formed this extensive 3,000-metre strip. The landscape belongs to Paraje Natural de las Marismas del Odiel and combines dunes, vegetation and an isolated setting. The access road crosses an area of great ecological value and ornithological richness, where flamingos, cormorants, spoonbills, herons and ospreys are described as present. It is reached by car via the Espigón road, with more than 100 parking spaces; litter bins and a cleaning service are available.

Length3,000 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width120 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Bins
Cleaning service

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces

Safety and assistance

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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityJuan Ramón Jiménez · 25 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and access from Ctra. del Espigón.

Location

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