SkyOvercast with light rain
Fisterra · A Coruña
Playa Riveira
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
65 mSand
Water17 °CDaily high20 °CUV5High tide15:08Low tide21:18JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa Langosteira · 2.1 km
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 wind3 km/h · 9°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, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 2 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 20 °C, water temperature around 17 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 18°High 20°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 2 km/h Gusts 13 km/h Humidity 65–95% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 17°High 20°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ W · 3 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 82–100% ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy
Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 50 km/h Gusts 59 km/h Humidity 75–92% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 65–85% ☀ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/09/2025 | Not classified | 64 NMP/100 mL | 99 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/08/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 75 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/06/2025 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Not classified | 53 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/09/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/09/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/08/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/08/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/07/2024 | Not classified | 190 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/07/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/06/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 42 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/06/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 53 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/05/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/09/2023 | Not classified | 42 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/09/2023 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/08/2023 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/08/2023 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 02/08/2023 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/07/2023 | Not classified | 120 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/07/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/06/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/06/2023 | Not classified | 110 NMP/100 mL | 64 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/05/2023 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 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 GOOD EEA2015 GOOD EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 21/09/2025. 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 Riveira is a small urban beach in Fisterra, 65 metres long and 30 metres wide. White sand occupies an urban coastal frontage and has usual conditions of moderate surf, with medium occupancy. Access is easy on foot or by car from the AC-445, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles and an interurban bus connection. As a practical support, there is a food service nearby and the beach is integrated into the municipality’s urban frontage.
Length65 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeWhitePublished 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 food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Fisterra marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Virxe da Xunqueira · 15 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from AC-445.
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 RiveiraDrinks and cafés
near Playa RiveiraWhere to stay
near Playa Riveira
1
Albergue da PazRúa Víctor Cardalda 11, Fisterra
68 mapprox.
2
Hotel Temático do Banco AzulHotel in Fisterra
86 mapprox.
3
Albergue provisional de PeregrinosHostal en Fisterra
114 mapprox.
4
Albergue Ara SolisRúa Ara Solís 3, Fisterra
115 mapprox.
5
Albergue FinistellaeRúa Manuel Lago Pais 7, Fisterra
131 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa RiveiraAbout 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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