San Roque · Cádiz

Playa Guadarranque

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

700 mSand
Water23 °CDaily high26 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide14:23Low tide20:07JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

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Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature25 °CFeels like 25 °C
Forecast rain10%
Humidity76%
WindE 21 km/hGusts 37 km/h
Water23 °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 · 86°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 13:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of San Roque
Today13:00☁25°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 21 km/h
Today16:00☁25°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Today19:00☁24°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 16 km/h
Today22:00☁23°Overcast☂ 5% · ↝ E 16 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁22°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 16 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁22°Overcast☂ 85% · ↝ NE 15 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ NE 13 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☁23°Overcast☂ 80% · ↝ E 17 km/h
Tomorrow19:00◐22°Partly cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ NE 16 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁21°Cloudy☂ 10% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ NE 12 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁19°Overcast · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁18°Overcast · ↝ NE 6 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 25 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 25 °C, 10% chance of rain and wind E at 21 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 22°High 26°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 76–92% ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast with light rain

Low 21°High 23°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 13 km/h Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 80–98% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Overcast

Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ E · 15 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 91–97% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 19°High 27°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 13:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Mar tranquila

Water temperature23 °C

WindE · 20 km/h

Referencia: Playa de Guadarranque · 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

↑ Pleamar14:23Today · 1.18 m
↓ Bajamar20:07Today · 0.13 m
↑ Pleamar02:46Tomorrow · 1.14 m
↓ Bajamar08:22Tomorrow · 0.16 m
↑ Pleamar14:59Tomorrow · 1.18 m
↓ Bajamar20:42Tomorrow · 0.12 m
↑ Pleamar03:24Tuesday 29 · 1.13 m
↓ Bajamar08:56Tuesday 29 · 0.17 m

Predicción de referencia: Algeciras · 1 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 23 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 14:23 and low tide at 20:07.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test10/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200033M11033D1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci3 UFC/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationSUFFICIENT2025 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
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL22 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL29 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL100 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing200 UFC/100 mL28 UFC/100 mL
19/09/2025Suitable for bathing54 UFC/100 mL48 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2025Not classified7,800 UFC/100 mL2,200 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Not classified520 UFC/100 mL210 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
29/08/2025Suitable for bathing52 UFC/100 mL39 UFC/100 mL
28/08/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Not classified31 UFC/100 mL290 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing36 UFC/100 mL160 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL13 UFC/100 mL
23/08/2024Suitable for bathing36 UFC/100 mL18 UFC/100 mL
22/08/2024Suitable for bathing55 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL180 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL120 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
View annual history
2025 SUFFICIENT EEA2024 GOOD EEA2023 GOOD EEA2022 SUFFICIENT EEA2021 SUFFICIENT EEA2020 SUFFICIENT EEA2019 GOOD 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 sufficient; 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 Guadarranque is a semi-urban beach 700 metres long and 60 metres wide, located in the district of the same name on the outskirts of Algeciras. Its golden sand and calm waters form a frontage accompanied by a promenade, although the surroundings are dominated by an industrial landscape with refineries and the Los Barrios Thermal Power Station. The beach has basic services, catering and children's games. It is easily accessed on foot or by car via the A-7 and CA-P 2324, with between 50 and 100 spaces, an interurban bus and adapted access.

Length700 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Children’s area
MarinaPuerto Deportivo San Felipe-La Línea

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo San Felipe-La Línea 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, Route Guadarranque

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency 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 Punta Europa · 25 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-7, CA-P 2324.

Location

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