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Conil de la Frontera · Cádiz
Playa La Fontanilla
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
800 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water23 °CDaily high29 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide14:16Low tide20:19JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 wind31 km/h · 1°Water temperature23 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind SE at 31 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C, water temperature around 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 23°High 29°
MorningClearAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 5% ↝ moderado Gusts 51 km/h Humidity 54–77% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 22°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 75% ↝ moderado Gusts 50 km/h Humidity 56–85% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 20°High 29°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 5% ↝ light Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 85–90% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Partly cloudy
Low 20°High 29°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 60–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Moderate waves
Water temperature23 °C
WindModerate
Referencia: Playa La Fontanilla · 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
Predicción de referencia: Conil · 3.7 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 23 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 14:16 and low tide at 20:19.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 7 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 | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 13 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
Playa La Fontanilla extends Conil de la Frontera’s urban centre towards the coves of Cabo Roche, forming a golden sandy beach 1,200 metres long and 40 metres wide. Its semi-urban character is accompanied by a seafront promenade and vegetation, with moderate swell and usually windy conditions. Access is easy on foot or by car via the CA-4202, with parking for more than 100 vehicles and an urban bus connection. Useful services include toilets, showers, food and hire of sun loungers, parasols and nautical equipment.
Length800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 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 characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Puerto Conil marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario de Puerto Real · 50 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CA-4202.
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 Fontanilla
1
Restaurante La FontanillaCamino de la Fontanilla, Conil de la Frontera
53 mapprox.
2
Restaurante Francisco La FontanillaRestaurant in Conil de la Frontera
74 mapprox.
3
La OlaRestaurant in Conil de la Frontera
173 mapprox.
4
El HuertoRestaurant in Conil de la Frontera
232 mapprox.
5
Casa DiegoComida rápida en Conil de la Frontera
345 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa La FontanillaWhere to stay
near Playa La Fontanilla
1
Fuerte Costa LuzHotel in Conil de la Frontera
279 mapprox.
2
Daia ConilAvenida de la Marina, Conil de la Frontera
284 mapprox.
3
Fuerte Conil Resort - Costa ConilHotel in Conil de la Frontera
309 mapprox.
4
Hipotels Gran ConilCalle Pleamar 2, Conil de la Frontera
354 mapprox.
5
Apartment Las tres piedrasHotel in Conil de la Frontera
380 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa La FontanillaAbout 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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