Cariño · A Coruña

Playa Fornos

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

400 mSand
Water20 °CDaily high20 °CUV5High tide15:39Low tide21:45JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature20 °CFeels like 20 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity62%
WindSW 2 km/hGusts 9 km/h
Water20 °C
Maximum UV5

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 wind4 km/h · 199°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Cariño
Today14:00☁19°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ W 4 km/h
Today17:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 5 km/h
Today20:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ NW 2 km/h
Today23:00☁18°Mostly cloudy☂ 95% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂17°Overcast with light rain☂ 70% · ↝ NE 1 km/h
Tomorrow05:00≋17°Mist☂ 70% · ↝ W 2 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁17°Overcast☂ 45% · ↝ W 4 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁18°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ W 3 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SE 3 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 7 km/h
Tomorrow20:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 25% · ↝ E 3 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁18°High cloud☂ 25% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☁18°High cloud · ↝ W 8 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☁18°High cloud · ↝ W 8 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind SW at 2 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with light rain

Low 18°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 3 km/h Gusts 12 km/h Humidity 59–87% ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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High cloud

Low 17°High 21°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 3 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 71–100% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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High cloud

Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 35 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 78–88% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 15°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 20 km/h Humidity 60–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES11100901M15901B1
E. coli9 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci9 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
15/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
22/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
29/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/05/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
11/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL87 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
04/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
17/07/2024Not classified75 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
07/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
24/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
10/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
21/05/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/09/2023Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
06/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
17/05/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Fornos is an isolated beach in Cariño, set before a mountain environment protected as a Site of Community Importance (SCI). Its 400-metre length and 60-metre width consist of golden sand accompanied by vegetation, with moderate waves. High occupancy contrasts with its non-urban character and explains the presence of basic facilities. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the DP-6115, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles, showers, toilets and first aid.

Length400 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Cariño

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins and a cleaning service.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Cariño marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus Ferrol - Gijón / FEVE, Mera · 12 km away

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital Arquitecto Marcide · 50 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from DP-6115.

Location

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