A Illa de Arousa · Pontevedra

Playa Lavanqueira

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

600 mSand
Water18 °CDaily high19 °CUV5High tide15:15Low tide21:23JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature19 °CFeels like 19 °C
Forecast rain40%
Humidity66%
WindS 2 km/hGusts 11 km/h
Water18 °C
Maximum UV5

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 wind4 km/h · 71°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of A Illa de Arousa
Today13:00☁19°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ S 2 km/h
Today16:00☁18°Overcast☂ 95% · ↝ W 10 km/h
Today19:00☁19°Overcast☂ 95% · ↝ SE 2 km/h
Today22:00☁18°High cloud☂ 40% · ↝ W 4 km/h
Tomorrow01:00≋17°Mist☂ 0% · ↝ SE 4 km/h
Tomorrow04:00≋16°Mist☂ 25% · ↝ NE 5 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☁16°Overcast☂ 25% · ↝ NE 1 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁17°Mostly cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ NE 3 km/h
Tomorrow13:00◐18°Partly cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ SW 10 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☀20°Clear☂ 65% · ↝ SW 21 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☁19°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ SW 16 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁19°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 4 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁18°Mostly cloudy · ↝ NE 5 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁19°Overcast · ↝ S 2 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁20°Overcast · ↝ S 19 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 40% chance of rain and wind S at 2 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 18 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 17°High 19°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 5 km/h Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 66–94% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Overcast

Low 16°High 20°
MorningOvercastAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 65% ↝ W · 2 km/h Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 76–99% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Cloudy

Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 40 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 68–83% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with rain

Low 14°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 75–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test22/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES11400901M36901L2
E. coli9 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci9 NMP/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.

View all test results
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
22/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
26/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
16/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/05/2025Not classified20 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
15/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
05/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
21/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
25/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
07/05/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL10 NMP/100 mL
19/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
17/05/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/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 22/09/2025. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Lavanqueira, also known as Camaxiñas, is an isolated rustic beach in A Illa de Arousa. It extends for 600 metres, although its width is very limited, with barely 5 metres of white sand. The pedestrian path and nearby vegetation reinforce its natural appearance, while calm waters and moorings complete the picture of this lightly developed beach. It can easily be reached on foot or by car via the CC-550, and has access signs, litter bins and an interurban bus connection.

Length600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width5 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Bins
Surfing area
Anchorage
MarinaMarina Vilagarcía (V. de Arousa)

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include bins.

Activities

Published information identifies a surfing area, an anchorage and the nearby Marina Vilagarcía (V. de Arousa) marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

✓
BusIntercity bus (Vilagarcía - Illa de Arousa · 3 km away)

Safety and assistance

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Nearest health facilityHospital do Salnés · 14 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include a bus connection and access from CC-550.

Location

Directions

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