Playa Islantilla
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Isla Cristina · Huelva

Playa Islantilla

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,400 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high28 °CUV6WavesModerateHigh tide14:54Low tide20:40JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature27 °CFeels like 29 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity66%
WindS 14 km/hGusts 36 km/h
Water25 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesModerate

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 wind1 km/h · 15°Water temperature25 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Isla Cristina
Today13:00☁27°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 14 km/h
Today16:00☁27°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 16 km/h
Today19:00☁25°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 18 km/h
Today22:00☁22°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 12 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☁21°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁21°Mostly cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ S 19 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☁21°Cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ E 5 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁23°Mostly cloudy☂ 80% · ↝ SE 27 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂26°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ S 21 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂27°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ S 16 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☂25°Mostly cloudy with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ S 13 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁22°Overcast☂ 0% · ↝ S 6 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁21°High cloud · ↝ S 14 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ SE 20 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 14 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Cloudy

Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ light Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 52–100% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Mostly cloudy

Low 21°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 80% ↝ moderado Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 68–100% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Mostly cloudy

Low 20°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 20% ↝ moderado Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 98–100% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 18°High 28°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Weather forecast · AEMET · 27/09 09:05
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Moderate

Water temperature25 °C

WindLight

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Siguientes mareas

↑ Pleamar14:54Today · 3.66 m
↓ Bajamar20:40Today · 0.56 m
↑ Pleamar03:14Tomorrow · 3.62 m
↓ Bajamar08:54Tomorrow · 0.61 m
↑ Pleamar15:32Tomorrow · 3.7 m
↓ Bajamar21:13Tomorrow · 0.66 m
↑ Pleamar03:50Tuesday 29 · 3.65 m
↓ Bajamar09:29Tuesday 29 · 0.7 m

Predicción de referencia: Isla Cristina · 7.9 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 14:54 and low tide at 20:40.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test01/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61500042M21042B1
E. coli3 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci6 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
01/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2026Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL30 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2026Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing30 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025Suitable for bathing52 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2025No published assessment52 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025No published assessment3 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
05/08/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL30 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml30 UFC/100 ml
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
01/07/2025Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL10 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2025No published assessment10 UFC/100 ml10 UFC/100 ml
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025No published assessment6 UFC/100 ml3 UFC/100 ml
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing150 UFC/100 mL50 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025No published assessment150 UFC/100 ml50 UFC/100 ml
20/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2025No published assessment3 UFC/100 ml6 UFC/100 ml
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL72 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing23 UFC/100 mL25 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL8 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 1/09/2026. 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 Islantilla is notable for its length of 1,400 metres and for an urban coastal setting structured by a promenade that allows travel towards La Antilla and Urbasur. The golden sand forms a broad, 60-metre-wide shore, with vegetation and a protected Parque Litoral. It is a highly occupied beach with moderate waves, accessible on foot, with more than 100 parking spaces, supervised parking, interurban transport and adapted access. Practical facilities include toilets, showers, restaurants, a tourist office, hire services and a sailing club.

Length1,400 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Sports area
Children’s area
Anchorage

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and an anchorage.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus

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 facilityJuan Ramón Jiménez · 39.8 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from HV-7005 La Antilla - Isla Cristina.

Location

Directions

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