Playa Sotogrande
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San Roque · Cádiz

Playa Sotogrande

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high21 °CUV3High tide03:41Low tide20:43JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Torreguadiaro · 2.3 km

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyOvercast with rain
Temperature19 °CFeels like 19 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity91%
WindE 15 km/hGusts 24 km/h
Water21 °C
Maximum UV3

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 wind12 km/h · 114°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of San Roque
Today17:00☂19°Overcast with rain☂ 100% · ↝ E 15 km/h
Today20:00☂20°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ S 20 km/h
Today23:00◐21°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 22 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁19°Overcast☂ 95% · ↝ W 27 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂18°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ W 14 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☂17°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 14 km/h
Tomorrow11:00◐19°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 23 km/h
Tomorrow14:00◐20°Partly cloudy☂ 100% · ↝ W 32 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂21°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 28 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀20°Clear☂ 100% · ↝ W 15 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☂19°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ W 11 km/h
Friday 1302:00☂18°Sunny intervals with light rain · ↝ W 11 km/h
Friday 1305:00☁17°Overcast · ↝ W 9 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with 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 15 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 21 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.

Next days

Today

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Overcast with light rain

Low 18°High 21°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonOvercast with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ E · 14 km/h Gusts 76 km/h Humidity 87–99% ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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Partly cloudy

Low 17°High 21°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 23 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 74–95% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Partly cloudy

Low 16°High 18°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 15 km/h Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 80–93% ◉ Water 19° ☀ UV 3
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Mostly cloudy with rain

Low 15°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ W · 10 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 3
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test21/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200033M11033B1
E. coli3 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci3 UFC/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.

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DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
21/09/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
20/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
06/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL5 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL9 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL12 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL18 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 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 21/09/2026. 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 Sotogrande is recognised for its setting within an exclusive development, with an extensive strip of dark sand 2,250 metres long and 35 metres wide. The semi-urban frontage includes vegetation, anchorage and surroundings protected as a Natural Site, with moderate waves. It is easily accessed on foot or by car via the A-7, with parking for more than 100 spaces and an interurban connection. The practical facilities are the marina, boating services, sports area, boating club and children's playground.

Length1,300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By 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
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sunbed hire
Parasol hire
Water-sports hire
Sailing club
Sports area
Children’s area
Anchorage
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Sotogrande

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, water-sports hire, a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Sotogrande marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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Accessible accessPublished accessible access
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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus, Route Algeciras · 2 km away

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsOfficial service published
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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 Punta Europa · 40 km

Access and accessibility

Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from A-7.

Location

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