Playa La Costilla
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Rota · Cádiz

Playa La Costilla

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high29 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide02:44Low tide20:30JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.

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Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity64%
WindS 35 km/hGusts 53 km/h
Water24 °C
Maximum UV6
WavesModerate waves

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 · 126°Water temperature24 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedYellow flag27/09/2026 14:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas
★ Distintivo anualBandera Azul 2026ADEAC · No es la bandera de baño

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Rota
Today14:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 36 km/h
Today17:00☁27°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ S 31 km/h
Today20:00☁26°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ S 21 km/h
Today23:00☁23°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ S 17 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ S 6 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ SE 18 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☂23°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ SE 27 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐26°Sunny intervals☂ 45% · ↝ S 19 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 45% · ↝ S 27 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ S 15 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00◐20°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 15 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00◐20°Partly cloudy · ↝ SE 9 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 35 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Clear

Low 23°High 29°
MorningClearAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ moderado Gusts 55 km/h Humidity 54–77% ≈ slight ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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Cloudy

Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 75% ↝ moderado Gusts 46 km/h Humidity 46–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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Mostly cloudy

Low 19°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ light Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 85–97% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 19°High 27°
☂ Rain 15% ↝ S · 15 km/h Humidity 60–100% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 14:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Moderate waves

Water temperature24 °C

WindModerate

Referencia: Playa de La Costilla · 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

↓ Bajamar20:30Today · 0.44 m
↑ Pleamar02:44Tomorrow · 3.45 m
↓ Bajamar08:43Tomorrow · 0.48 m
↑ Pleamar15:01Tomorrow · 3.6 m
↓ Bajamar21:04Tomorrow · 0.48 m
↑ Pleamar03:19Tuesday 29 · 3.46 m
↓ Bajamar09:19Tuesday 29 · 0.52 m
↑ Pleamar15:39Tuesday 29 · 3.53 m

Predicción de referencia: Rota · 3.1 km.

Sea and planning

Available marine information indicates water around 24 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:44 and low tide at 20:30.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test10/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200030M11030B1
E. coli3 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL17 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL12 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing43 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing26 UFC/100 mL13 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL14 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL15 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing470 UFC/100 mL23 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL6 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 10/09/2026. 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 La Costilla is Rota's busiest beach according to the description and occupies the same urban centre. Its golden sandy shore is 1,300 metres long and 52 metres wide, with a promenade and moderately wavy waters. Its direct relationship with the city is reflected in a wide range of services, such as catering, sun-lounger and parasol hire, water activities, sports and children's games. It is easily accessed on foot or by car via the A-491, with more than 100 parking spaces, an urban bus and adapted access.

Length1,300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width52 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 facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sports area
Children’s area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Rota

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, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Rota marina.

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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BusUrban bus service

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 facilitySanta María del Mar · 25 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-491.

Location

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