SkyOvercast with light rain
Cervo · Lugo
Playa O Torno
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
700 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water15 °CDaily high19 °CUV2WavesSlightHigh tide04:39Low tide22:25JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind11 km/h · 117°Water temperature15 °CValid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 16 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 16 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 19 °C, water temperature around 15 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 15°High 19°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 71–91% ≈ slight ◉ Water 15° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 13°High 17°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 83–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 16°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ fuerte Gusts 40 km/h Humidity 91–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 14° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 17°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 75–90% ☀ UV 1
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 temperature15 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Alúmina Española (San Cibrao) · 2.1 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 15 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:39 and low tide at 22:25.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20/09/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/09/2026 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/08/2026 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/08/2026 | Not classified | 111 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/08/2026 | Not classified | 53 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/07/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/06/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/09/2025 | Not classified | 111 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/08/2025 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2025 | Not classified | 111 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/07/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/06/2025 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Not classified | 254 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/09/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 53 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/09/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/08/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/07/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/07/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/06/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/06/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/05/2024 | Not classified | 99 NMP/100 mL | 87 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 20/09/2026. 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 O Torno is an urban beach on the San Ciprián headland, a location that links it to the open coast and the urban centre. The fine-sand beach is 700 metres long and 50 metres wide, although the listing states that its width varies between 30 and 90 metres. Its waters are sheltered, occupancy is high and the seafront promenade runs alongside the urban frontage. Access is easy on foot; there are more than 100 parking spaces, toilets, showers, catering and a children's area.
Length700 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFinePublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsSheltered beachTypical water conditions
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
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 Viveiro marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus, Burela - San Ciprián
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital da Costa · 11 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from LU-142.
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 O TornoDrinks and cafés
near Playa O TornoWhere to stay
near Playa O TornoParking
near Playa O TornoAbout 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.
A few kilometres away
Nearby beaches
Cervo
Playa Caosa
0.2 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Cervo
Playa Cubelas
0.2 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Cervo
Playa de Limosa
0.3 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Cervo
Playa de Pericón
0.3 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Cervo
Playa de Area Pequena
0.6 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Cervo
Playa de Portelo
0.7 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →