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Playa Lago
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
700 mSand
Water17 °CDaily high21 °CUV5WavesSlightHigh tide15:40Low tide21:47JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 15:00
Now
Forecast for 15:00
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 wind5 km/h · 271°Water temperature17 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind NW at 8 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 17 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 17°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 62–96% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 16°High 22°
MorningCloudyAfternoonChubascos
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 74–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 4
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 16°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 81–91% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Wednesday 30
Cloudy with light rain
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 55–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
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.
Slight
Water temperature17 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Alúmina Española (San Cibrao) · 1.4 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 17 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 15:40 and low tide at 21:47.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23/09/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 09/09/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 27/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/08/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/08/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 20/07/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 07/07/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 24/06/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/06/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/05/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 9 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 23/09/2025. 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 Lago is an isolated beach 700 metres long, situated between two breakwaters and surrounded by a mountain frontage. White sand, calm waters and low occupancy fit an environment with vegetation and a large dune system running along the entire beach. There is also an anchorage area. It is easily reached on foot from the CP-2602, with more than 100 parking spaces and an interurban bus; facilities include showers, toilets, cleaning and first aid.
Length700 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Viveiro marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus, San Ciprián - Xove · 6 km away
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital da Costa · 16 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from CP-2602.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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