SkyOvercast with light rain
Laredo · Cantabria
Playa Salve
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
4,250 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high21 °CUV2WavesSlightHigh tide04:44Low tide22:33JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
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 wind15 km/h · 171°Water temperature16 °CValid 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 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 70% chance of rain and wind S at 20 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 16 °C and a maximum UV index of 2.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 16°High 21°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 52–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 19°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 52 km/h Humidity 65–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Mostly cloudy
Low 14°High 15°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 93–98% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 10°High 18°
☂ Rain 70% ↝ W · 15 km/h Humidity 70–100% ☀ UV 2
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 temperature16 °C
WindModerate
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Santander · 29.3 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 16 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:44 and low tide at 22:33.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2025 | No published assessment | 64 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 08/09/2025 | No published assessment | 120 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 26/08/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 26/08/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 13/08/2025 | No published assessment | 42 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 11/08/2025 | No published assessment | 64 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 42 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/06/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/06/2025 | No published assessment | 42 UFC/100 ml | 99 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 53 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 31 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 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 8/09/2025. 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 Salve, also known as Laredo, is an extensive urban beach of golden sand reaching 4,250 metres in length and 120 metres in width. The seafront promenade accompanies this urban frontage, integrated into a large protected complex of marshes, a Ramsar wetland, and ZEC and ZEPA areas, with El Puntal as a protected zone. Its usual conditions are moderate waves and wind. Access is easy on foot or by car from the A-8, with more than 100 parking spaces. Toilets, showers, catering, sun-lounger hire and nautical services complete the facilities.
Length4,250 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width120 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 characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, water-sports hire, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto de Laredo marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus, Santander - Laredo
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff and equipment · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal de Laredo · 1 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-8.
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 Salve
1
El pollo tropicalRestaurant in Laredo
392 mapprox.
2
La Escollera by NeptunoAvenida de Enrique Mowinckel 48, Laredo
422 mapprox.
3
Restaurante PalmanuovaRestaurant in Laredo
452 mapprox.
4
Restaurante La Muralla IIAvenida de los Derechos Humanos 36, Laredo
633 mapprox.
5
CrimeaAvenida de los Derechos Humanos 36
638 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa SalveWhere to stay
near Playa SalveParking
near Playa SalveAbout 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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