SkyOvercast with light rain
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Playa Riazor
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
600 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high20 °CUV5High tide15:30Low tide21:38JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 wind7 km/h · 154°Valid 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 overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 19 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 19 °C, 90% chance of rain and wind NW at 9 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with light rain
Low 17°High 20°
MorningMostly cloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 5 km/h Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 66–96% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 16°High 21°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 95% ↝ S · 5 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 82–100% ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
High cloud
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 30 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 77–90% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 15°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 60–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/09/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2025 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 24/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 10/08/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/06/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 04/06/2025 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/05/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/09/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/09/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 240 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/06/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/05/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/09/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/09/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/08/2023 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/08/2023 | Not classified | 210 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/07/2023 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/07/2023 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/07/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/06/2023 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/06/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/05/2023 | Not classified | 53 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 17/09/2025. 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 Riazor forms part of the urban Riazor-Orzán complex and offers 600 metres of coarse sand with a width of 25 metres. The seafront promenade accompanies a very busy, open urban frontage, where beach services, a sports area and a surfing area are concentrated. The urban scale is reinforced by parking for more than 100 spaces, access by car or on foot and urban transport. It also has toilets, showers, first aid and facilities for people with reduced mobility.
Length600 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width25 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeCoarsePublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsOpen beachTypical water conditions
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and sunbed hire.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area and a surfing area.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilitySanatorio Quirúrgico Modelo · 0.2 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Paseo Marítimo Orzán - Riazor.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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