SkyOvercast with light rain
Oleiros · A Coruña
Playa Santa Cristina
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,800 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water17 °CDaily high21 °CUV5WavesSlightHigh tide15:30Low tide21:38JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
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 wind5 km/h · 201°Water temperature17 °CValid 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 W at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 17 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 17°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 65–96% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 14°High 24°
MorningCloudyAfternoonChubascos
☂ Rain 95% ↝ light Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 80–100% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 4
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 17°High 26°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ fuerte Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 80–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with rain
Low 12°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Humidity 70–100% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
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 temperature17 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: A Coruña · 2 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 17 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 15:30 and low tide at 21:38.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22/09/2025 | Not classified | 99 NMP/100 mL | 192 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 99 UFC/100 ml | 192 UFC/100 ml |
| 08/09/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/09/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 26/08/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 137 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/08/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 137 UFC/100 ml |
| 12/08/2025 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 12/08/2025 | No published assessment | 20 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/07/2025 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 30/07/2025 | No published assessment | 31 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/07/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/07/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 20 UFC/100 ml |
| 06/07/2025 | Not classified | 53 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 06/07/2025 | No published assessment | 53 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 23/06/2025 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/06/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 09/06/2025 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 09/06/2025 | No published assessment | 10 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 20/05/2025 | Not classified | 124 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 20/05/2025 | No published assessment | 124 UFC/100 ml | 31 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/09/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 08/09/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/08/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 11/08/2024 | Not classified | 20 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Not classified | 10 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Not classified | 9 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 18/06/2024 | Not classified | 75 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 05/06/2024 | Not classified | 31 NMP/100 mL | 9 NMP/100 mL |
| 14/05/2024 | Not classified | 87 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 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 22/09/2025. 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 Santa Cristina is recognised by the characteristic shape it takes within the ría do Burgo. It is an urban beach measuring 1,520 metres in length and 80 metres in width, with golden sand, rocks, vegetation and a seafront promenade. It lies at the mouth of the ria, where currents are strong at low and high tide and the beach increases considerably at low tide. Access is easy on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces, an urban bus service and amphibious chairs during the summer season.
Length1,800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width80 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeFinePublished 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 characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de A Coruña marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsLifeguard staff
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityComplejo Hospitalario Universitario de A Coruña (CHUAC) · 3 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Avda. de Santa Cristina / AC-173.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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