Playa Santa Comba
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Playa Santa Comba

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,500 mSand
Water18 °CDaily high21 °CUV5High tide15:34Low tide21:41JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa San Xurxo · 3.5 km

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature19 °CFeels like 19 °C
Forecast rain80%
Humidity64%
WindSW 7 km/hGusts 14 km/h
Water18 °C
Maximum UV5

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 wind4 km/h · 227°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Ferrol
Today13:00☂19°Overcast with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ SW 7 km/h
Today16:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 7 km/h
Today19:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 4 km/h
Today22:00☂18°Overcast with light rain☂ 90% · ↝ N 5 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☂17°Overcast with light rain☂ 5% · ↝ N 4 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☁16°Overcast☂ 65% · ↝ W 2 km/h
Tomorrow07:00≋16°Mist☂ 65% · ↝ E 2 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☁17°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ S 1 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☁21°High cloud☂ 45% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂21°Cloudy with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ SW 6 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 10 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☁19°High cloud☂ 5% · ↝ SE 2 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☁18°High cloud · ↝ NW 2 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☁18°High cloud · ↝ SW 8 km/h
Tuesday 2907:00☁19°High cloud · ↝ S 18 km/h

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, 80% chance of rain and wind SW at 7 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 18 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy with light rain

Low 18°High 21°
MorningMostly cloudy with light rainAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 1 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 64–95% ◉ Water 18° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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High cloud

Low 16°High 23°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonMostly cloudy with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 2 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 70–100% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Cloudy

Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 25 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 74–86% ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Cloudy with light rain

Low 14°High 24°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 20 km/h Humidity 55–95% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test16/09/2025NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES11100036M15036J1
E. coli9 NMP/100 mL
Enterococci9 NMP/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
16/09/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/09/2025Not classified10 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
20/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
06/08/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
13/07/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
17/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
03/06/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
13/05/2025Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
22/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
09/09/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
27/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
12/08/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
30/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
15/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
02/07/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/06/2024Not classified75 NMP/100 mL64 NMP/100 mL
09/06/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
19/05/2024Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
18/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
05/09/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
23/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
08/08/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
26/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
11/07/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
28/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
18/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
05/06/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 NMP/100 mL
10/05/2023Not classified9 NMP/100 mL9 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 16/09/2025. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Santa Comba extends for 1,500 metres of golden sand before a landscape of dunes, vegetation and ZEPA and SCI protection. Its isolated character contrasts with high occupancy, while strong surf and wind define the usual conditions of this open stretch. It is 30 metres wide and its services are shared with As Fontes beach, a relevant detail for understanding its practical organisation. It is reached by car via the DP-3603, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles; there are toilets, showers, cleaning and a surfing area.

Length1,500 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Surfing area
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Ferrol

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins and a cleaning service.

Activities

Published information identifies a surfing area and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Ferrol marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus · 2,5 km away

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsLifeguard staff · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital Arquitecto Marcide · 13 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from DP-3603, Desvío Sta Comba.

Location

Directions

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