Castell-Platja d'Aro · Girona

Playa Gran

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

2,162 mVery coarse sand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high26 °CUV5JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa d'Aro · 0.5 km

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkySunny intervals with light rain
Temperature26 °CFeels like 26 °C
Forecast rain60%
Humidity62%
WindSE 13 km/hGusts 28 km/h
Water24 °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 wind8 km/h · 162°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 Castell-Platja d'Aro
Today13:00☂26°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 60% · ↝ SE 13 km/h
Today16:00☁26°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Today19:00☁24°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 13 km/h
Today22:00☁22°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁21°Cloudy☂ 15% · ↝ S 10 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁20°Mostly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ S 7 km/h
Tomorrow07:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ W 7 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁23°Overcast☂ 100% · ↝ SE 12 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☁25°High cloud☂ 100% · ↝ SE 4 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁27°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ SE 16 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁25°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ SE 16 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁22°High cloud☂ 15% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁21°Mostly cloudy · ↝ SE 11 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁21°High cloud · ↝ SE 10 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ E 15 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of sunny intervals with light rain and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 60% chance of rain and wind SE at 13 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast with light rain

Low 21°High 26°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 60% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 60–88% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 19°High 27°
MorningOvercastAfternoonHigh cloud
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 64–100% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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High cloud

Low 20°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 15 km/h Gusts 30 km/h Humidity 97–100% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with rain

Low 18°High 28°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 5
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test15/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES51200048M17048A1
E. coli10 UFC/100 ml
Enterococci10 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
15/09/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
02/09/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
04/08/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
28/07/2025No published assessment31 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
14/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
30/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
16/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
02/06/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 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 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 Gran offers an extensive 2,162-metre stretch along an urban coastline with a seafront promenade and very coarse sand. The relationship between length, texture and built surroundings defines its appearance in Castell-Platja d'Aro, Girona. As practical support, the listing confirms toilets, showers, food services, parking and access for people with reduced mobility, including assisted bathing. Lifeguarding and first aid are also listed, together with extensive beach facilities, without allowing the services to overshadow the description of its form.

Length2,162 mApproximate size of the beach
CompositionVery coarse sandPredominant material
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Drinking water
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Sports area
Public Wi-Fi

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and public Wi-Fi.

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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Assisted bathingPublished support service
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ParkingNear the beach
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Accessible toiletAccessible toilet

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard towers
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First aidPublished first-aid post

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking.

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