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La Línea de la Concepción · Cádiz
Playa Poniente
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
600 mSand
Water22 °CDaily high25 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaHigh tide02:46Low tide20:07JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05
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 wind19 km/h · 86°Water temperature22 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
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 24 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 24 °C, 10% chance of rain and wind E at 19 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 25 °C, water temperature around 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 22°High 25°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ moderado Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 76–92% ≈ slight ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 21°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 36 km/h Humidity 80–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 20°High 25°
MorningCloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 25% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 91–97% ≈ slight ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 12:25
Wednesday 30
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 26°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 75–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
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Mar tranquila
Water temperature22 °C
WindModerate
Referencia: Playa de Poniente · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Algeciras · 4.2 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 22 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:46 and low tide at 20:07.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 7 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 7 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 5 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/05/2025 | No published assessment | 34 UFC/100 ml | 8 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 15/09/2025. 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 Poniente, also called Del Espigón, is an urban beach 600 metres long and 57 metres wide, very close to the road opposite La Línea de la Concepción. Dark sand and calm waters form a very busy area, accompanied by a promenade and a children's area located level with the boating club. Facilities include catering, boating hire, sports and games. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the road to La Línea, with more than 100 spaces, an urban bus and adapted access.
Length600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width57 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Deportivo San Felipe-La Línea marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de la Línea · 27 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Ctra. de La Línea de la Concepción.
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 Poniente
1
Chiringuito La LunaPlaya de Poniente 3, La Línea de la Concepción
150 mapprox.
2
Wok Hong KongRestaurant in La Línea de la Concepción
170 mapprox.
3
Restaurante Puerto ChicoPuerto Chico, La Línea de la Concepción
220 mapprox.
4
Bar FinlandiaCalle Castelar, La Línea de la Concepción
343 mapprox.
5
aQuaLa Línea de la Concepción
361 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa Poniente
1
AmbigúLa Línea de la Concepción
219 mapprox.
2
Club Deportivo AndalucíaCalle Montserrat, La Línea de la Concepción
232 mapprox.
3
Bar AsctegCalle Montserrat, La Línea de la Concepción
255 mapprox.
4
Bar-Cafetería PedrerasCalle Pedreras, La Línea de la Concepción
331 mapprox.
5
Recreativo Linense C. F.Calle Balmes, La Línea de la Concepción
350 mapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa Poniente
1
Apartamentos MirianCalle Quevedo, La Línea de la Concepción
362 mapprox.
2
GarusoCalle Duque de Tetuán, La Línea de la Concepción
365 mapprox.
3
Red Anglo HispanaPensión en La Línea de la Concepción
369 mapprox.
4
AC Hotel MarriotCalle de los Caireles 2, La Línea de la Concepción
451 mapprox.
5
Moreno de MoraCalle Moreno de Mora, La Línea de la Concepción
481 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa PonienteAbout 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.
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