SkyOvercast with rain
Rota · Cádiz
Playa La Ballena
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
2,300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3WavesRoughHigh tide03:21Low tide21:01JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind29 km/h · 167°Water temperature21 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 39 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 19°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 93 km/h Humidity 83–100% ≈ rough ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 19°High 22°
MorningCloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 90% ↝ fuerte Gusts 49 km/h Humidity 71–92% ≈ rough ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 18°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 77–88% ≈ rough ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Rough
Water temperature21 °C
WindModerate
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Chipiona · 6.5 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:21 and low tide at 21:01.
Water health
Water quality
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
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 25 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 13 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 17 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 29 UFC/100 ml | 21 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 60 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 11 UFC/100 ml | 60 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 14 UFC/100 ml | 15 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 4 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 21/09/2026. 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
Playa La Ballena, also called Las Tres Piedras, is a semi-urban beach of golden sand reaching 2,300 metres in length and 21 metres in width. Its surroundings include vegetation and moderate waves, with medium occupancy. Access is easy on foot or by car from the La Ballena development, with more than 100 parking spaces. Practical facilities include toilets, showers, catering, sun-lounger and parasol hire, boats and watercraft, sports facilities and a children's area.
Reviewed editorial contentLength2,300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width21 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 characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, 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 and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Rota marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilitySanta María del Mar · 40 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Urbanización La Ballena.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa La BallenaDrinks and cafés
near Playa La BallenaWhere to stay
near Playa La Ballena
1
Playaballena SPA HotelAvenida Juan Carlos I, Rota
356 mapprox.
2
Hotel Best Costa BallenaHotel in Rota
780 mapprox.
3
Alegria Costa BallenaHotel in Rota
945 mapprox.
4
Barceló Costa Ballena Golf & SpaHotel in Rota
1.6 kmapprox.
5
Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso ResortHotel in Rota
1.8 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa La BallenaAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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