SkyHigh cloud
Valdés · Asturias
Playa Otur
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
600 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water20 °CDaily high22 °CUV5WavesSlightHigh tide15:40Low tide21:48JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
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 wind4 km/h · 168°Water temperature20 °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 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind N at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 22 °C, water temperature around 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 17°High 22°
☂ Rain 45% ↝ light Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 59–83% ≈ slight ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 16°High 23°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 69–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 4
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 16°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 11 km/h Humidity 82–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Cloudy with rain
Low 14°High 24°
☂ Rain 95% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 55–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 temperature20 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Navia · 10.4 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 20 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 15:40 and low tide at 21:48.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 135 NMP/100 mL | 74 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/06/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/05/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 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 18/08/2026. 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 Otur stands out for its large scale and the dune system accompanying this beach near the village of Otur. The beach reaches 600 metres in length and 180 metres in width, with dark sand, a dune frontage and vegetation, within the Paisaje Protegido de la Costa Occidental. The swell is moderate and visitor numbers high, in a semi-urban setting. It is easily reached on foot or by car from the N-634, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces, toilets and showers.
Length600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width180 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Luarca marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Jarrio · 15 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and access from N-634.
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 OturWhere to stay
near Playa OturParking
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