Playa Espigon

Huelva · Huelva

Playa Espigon

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

3,000 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3WavesSlightHigh tide03:42Low tide21:13JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with rain
Temperature20 °CFeels like 20 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity95%
WindS 38 km/hGusts 67 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV3
WavesSlight

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 · 175°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

Town of Huelva
Today16:00☂20°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ S 22 km/h
Today19:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ S 49 km/h
Today22:00☁18°Overcast☂ 80% · ↝ W 20 km/h
Tomorrow01:00◐17°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 9 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁16°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SW 8 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀17°Clear☂ 45% · ↝ SW 7 km/h
Tomorrow10:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 45% · ↝ SW 12 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 60% · ↝ W 12 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁22°Overcast☂ 60% · ↝ SW 20 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁19°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ SW 16 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁18°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ W 10 km/h
Friday 1301:00◐17°Partly cloudy · ↝ W 9 km/h
Friday 1304:00☀16°Clear · ↝ W 14 km/h

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 38 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 17°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 77 km/h Humidity 85–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 16°High 22°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ moderado Gusts 39 km/h Humidity 71–99% ≈ slight ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Clear

Low 16°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 95–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Cloudy with rain

Low 13°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 70–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 11/11 14:09
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Slight

Water temperature21 °C

WindModerate

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

Siguientes mareas

↓ Bajamar21:13Today · 0.67 m
↑ Pleamar03:42Tomorrow · 2.96 m
↓ Bajamar09:43Tomorrow · 0.66 m
↑ Pleamar16:02Tomorrow · 2.69 m
↓ Bajamar21:46Tomorrow · 0.78 m
↑ Pleamar04:16Friday 13 · 2.86 m
↓ Bajamar10:19Friday 13 · 0.76 m
↑ Pleamar16:38Friday 13 · 2.55 m

Predicción de referencia: Punta Umbría · 5.4 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:42 and low tide at 21:13.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test22/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61500041M21041A2
E. coli30 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
22/09/2026Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
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
16/09/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml9 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL11 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025No published assessment7 UFC/100 ml11 UFC/100 ml
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2025No published assessment30 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing14 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025No published assessment14 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2025No published assessment3 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
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 22/09/2026. 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

Directions

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