SkyOvercast with rain
Puerto Real · Cádiz
Playa La Cachucha
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
500 mSand
Daily high21 °CUV3High tide03:31Low tide21:06JellyfishNo recent information
Swimming statusRed flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 18:00
Now
Forecast for 18:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with rain and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 48 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 19°High 21°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 27 km/h Gusts 84 km/h Humidity 83–96% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 18°High 22°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 27 km/h Gusts 46 km/h Humidity 72–92% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 15 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 79–89% ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 | 5 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 17 UFC/100 mL |
| 28/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | 27 /08/2026 | — | |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 190 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 18 UFC/100 mL | 35 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 12 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 58 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 33 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 58 UFC/100 mL | 38 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 Cachucha is an urban beach of golden sand in the built-up area of Puerto Real, within the Bay of Cádiz. Its 370 metres of length and 50 metres of width are accompanied by a promenade, vegetation and surroundings protected as a Natural Park. The waters are usually calm and the beach has little wave action. It is easily accessed on foot or by car via the CA-2012, with parking for between 50 and 100 spaces. Practical facilities include toilets, showers, foot-washing facilities, food and a children's playground.
Length500 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Puerto Real marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario de Puerto Real · 4 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CA-2012.
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 CachuchaDrinks and cafés
near Playa La CachuchaWhere to stay
near Playa La Cachucha
1
Hostal Bahía de CádizHotel in Puerto Real
602 mapprox.
2
Residencia Escolar Las CanterasTierra, Puerto Real
801 mapprox.
3
Las CanterasHotel in Puerto Real
1.1 kmapprox.
4
Residencia Universitaria BahíaCalle San Alejandro 179, Puerto Real
1.4 kmapprox.
5
CatalánAvenida de la Constitución, Puerto Real
1.6 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa La CachuchaAbout 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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