Playa Valdevaqueros
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Tarifa · Cádiz

Playa Valdevaqueros

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,907 mSand
Daily high26 °CUV6WavesModerate wavesHigh tide02:21Low tide19:27JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate

Swimming requires caution according to the published operational flag.

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Swimming statusYellow flagConfirmed27/09 · 14:05

Now

Forecast for 14:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyHigh cloud
Temperature26 °CFeels like 26 °C
Forecast rain0%
Humidity67%
WindE 37 km/hGusts 58 km/h
Maximum UV6
WavesModerate waves

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 wind42 km/h · 90°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Confirmed information

Published status

Each item retains its own timestamp and source
⚑ Bandera de baño ConfirmedYellow flag27/09/2026 14:05 · Junta de Andalucía · Catálogo de Playas

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Tarifa
Today14:00☁26°High cloud☂ 0% · ↝ E 37 km/h
Today17:00☁25°Cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ E 32 km/h
Today20:00☁23°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ E 33 km/h
Today23:00☁22°High cloud☂ 10% · ↝ E 30 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ E 33 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 80% · ↝ E 27 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁22°Overcast☂ 95% · ↝ E 19 km/h
Tomorrow11:00◐23°Partly cloudy☂ 95% · ↝ E 20 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂25°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ E 32 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂25°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 55% · ↝ E 33 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☀22°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ E 27 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☀21°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ E 23 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☀21°Clear · ↝ E 22 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00◐21°Partly cloudy · ↝ E 18 km/h

Today’s weather

At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind E at 37 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.

Next days

Today

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Partly cloudy

Low 22°High 26°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 40 km/h Gusts 65 km/h Humidity 67–87% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 25°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 95% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 54 km/h Humidity 71–93% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 21°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ E · 20 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 87–93% ☀ UV 6
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals

Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 15 km/h Humidity 70–95% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Sea and tides

Sea conditions

Observación 27/09 14:05 · ANDALUCIA_PLAYAS
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Moderate waves

WindE · 40 km/h

Referencia: Playa de Valdevaqueros · 0 km de la playa

A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.

Siguientes mareas

↓ Bajamar19:27Today · 0.23 m
↑ Pleamar02:21Tomorrow · 1.5 m
↓ Bajamar07:48Tomorrow · 0.24 m
↑ Pleamar14:36Tomorrow · 1.54 m
↓ Bajamar20:01Tomorrow · 0.21 m
↑ Pleamar02:58Tuesday 29 · 1.48 m
↓ Bajamar08:21Tuesday 29 · 0.27 m
↑ Pleamar15:15Tuesday 29 · 1.51 m

Predicción de referencia: Tarifa · 9.1 km.

Sea and planning

The next tide references are high tide at 02:21 and low tide at 19:27.

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test10/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES61200035M11035B1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 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
10/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing4 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 bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL7 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/09/2025Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL6 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
04/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
21/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
30/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing64 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing23 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/09/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
04/09/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
21/08/2023Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing75 UFC/100 mL15 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 10/09/2026. 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 Valdevaqueros is a rustic and very extensive beach, with 1,907 metres of golden sand along a semi-urban frontage linked to a Natural Park. Vegetation and protected status sustain an open landscape, while moderate waves and wind form part of the usual conditions described for the place. It reaches 60 metres in width. The main access is on foot or by car from the N-340, with parking for more than 100 spaces. Practical facilities include toilets, catering, boating hire and a surfing area.

Length1,907 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished 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
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink
Water-sports hire
Sports area
Surfing area
Diving
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Algeciras

Facilities and comfort

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

Activities

Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, diving, water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Algeciras marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusIntercity bus, Route de Tarifa

Safety and assistance

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LifeguardsEmergency 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 Punta Europa · 25 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from N-340.

Location

Directions

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