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Playa Fornos

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

400 mSand
Water14 °CDaily high18 °CUV2High tide04:45Low tide22:30JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 18:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature16 °CFeels like 16 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity83%
WindW 4 km/hGusts 9 km/h
Water14 °C
Maximum UV2

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 · 266°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Cariño
Today17:00☁16°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ W 5 km/h
Today20:00☂16°Overcast with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ N 10 km/h
Today23:00≋15°Mist☂ 80% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂14°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂15°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ NW 2 km/h
Tomorrow08:00◐15°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ SW 5 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁15°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ E 1 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂16°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 4 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂16°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 2 km/h
Tomorrow20:00◐15°Partly cloudy☂ 90% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☁14°Overcast☂ 90% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Friday 1302:00≋14°Mist · ↝ N 5 km/h
Friday 1305:00≋14°Mist · ↝ NE 5 km/h

Today’s weather

At 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 16 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 16 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind W at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 18 °C, water temperature around 14 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 15°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 3 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 76–98% ◉ Water 14° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 14°High 17°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 1 km/h Gusts 10 km/h Humidity 83–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Overcast with light rain

Low 13°High 14°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 95–99% ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Sunny intervals with rain

Low 13°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 5 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 1
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · 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
14/09/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
01/09/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/08/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/08/2026Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/07/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
14/07/2026Not classified42 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
01/07/2026Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
15/06/2026Not classified31 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
11/05/2026Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
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
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 14/09/2026. 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 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

Directions

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