Rota · Cádiz

Playa Galeones

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

485 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high28 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide02:44Low tide20:30JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

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Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity64%
WindS 35 km/hGusts 53 km/h
Water24 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesMar tranquila

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 wind19 km/h · 126°Valid 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 Rota
Today14:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 36 km/h
Today17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 31 km/h
Today20:00☁26°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ S 21 km/h
Today23:00☁23°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ S 17 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ S 6 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ SE 18 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂23°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ SE 27 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐26°Sunny intervals☂ 45% · ↝ S 19 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 45% · ↝ S 27 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ S 15 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00◐20°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00◐20°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 9 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 35 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 23°High 28°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 10% ↝ SE · 31 km/h Gusts 55 km/h Humidity 54–77% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 21°High 26°
MorningSunny intervals with light rainAfternoonSunny intervals
☂ Rain 75% ↝ SE · 27 km/h Gusts 46 km/h Humidity 46–93% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 19°High 21°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 85–97% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 19°High 27°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 14:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

Water temperature24 °C

WindSE · 31 km/h

Referencia: Playa de Galeones · 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

↓ Bajamar20:30Today · 0.44 m
↑ Pleamar02:44Tomorrow · 3.45 m
↓ Bajamar08:43Tomorrow · 0.48 m
↑ Pleamar15:01Tomorrow · 3.6 m
↓ Bajamar21:04Tomorrow · 0.48 m
↑ Pleamar03:19Tuesday 29 · 3.46 m
↓ Bajamar09:19Tuesday 29 · 0.52 m
↑ Pleamar15:39Tuesday 29 · 3.53 m

Predicción de referencia: Rota · 2 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 24 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:44 and low tide at 20:30.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test10/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200030M11030F1
E. coli3 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci8 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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing19 UFC/100 mL29 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL14 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing40 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing75 UFC/100 mL29 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL33 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 10/09/2026. 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 Galeones occupies a strip of golden sand beneath a cliff, 485 metres long and 60 metres wide. Its distinctive seafront promenade allows views of the coast from above and descends to the beach, a direct relationship between viewpoint and shore that defines the place. Occupancy is low and the waters are calm, although windy, in a semi-urban setting with vegetation. It is easily reached on foot, with parking for more than 100 spaces, restaurants, toilets, showers and a children's area.

Length485 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Children’s area
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Rota

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.

Activities

Published information identifies water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Rota marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusUrban bus service

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsOne lifeguard station from 05 April al 14 September
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilitySanta María del Mar · 25 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-491.

Location

Directions

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