SkyOvercast with light rain
Gijón · Asturias
Playa Poniente
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
800 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high20 °CUV2High tide04:39Low tide22:27JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa San Lorenzo · 1.1 km
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 wind5 km/h · 159°Valid 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 18 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 18 °C, 95% chance of rain and wind E at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ N · 3 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 68–97% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 13°High 17°
MorningOvercastAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 19 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 81–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Mostly cloudy
Low 12°High 13°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 30 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 100–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 11°High 18°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 85–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 30 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 41 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 63 NMP/100 mL | 63 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 52 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/09/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 11/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 41 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/08/2025 | No published assessment | 41 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | 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 31/08/2026. 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 Poniente is an artificially created beach in the marina area of Gijón. Its scale is extensive and urban: 800 metres long and 70 metres wide, with golden sand, calm waters and high occupancy. The beach was restored in the 1990s, a detail that helps explain its current layout. Access is easy on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces and a connection to urban bus route L-24; adapted facilities are also available.
Length800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, an anchorage and the nearby Gijón marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus (L-24)
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Cabueñes · 5.8 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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