SkyOvercast with light rain
Carreño · Asturias
Playa Xivares
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
800 mSand
Water16 °CDaily high21 °CUV2WavesSlightHigh tide04:39Low tide22:27JellyfishNo 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 wind6 km/h · 187°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 17 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 17 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind E at 4 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 15°High 21°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 65–91% ≈ slight ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 13°High 19°
MorningClearAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 79–98% ≈ slight ◉ Water 17° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Cloudy
Low 13°High 16°
MorningCloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 96–100% ≈ rough ◉ Water 16° ☀ UV 2
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy with rain
Low 12°High 17°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ W · 5 km/h Humidity 80–100% ☀ 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
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Gijón · 2.3 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 16 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 04:39 and low tide at 22:27.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 28/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 07/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 25/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 23/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 26/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 13/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 29/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 31 NMP/100 mL |
| 16/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 27/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 20 NMP/100 mL | 20 NMP/100 mL |
| 31/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 341 NMP/100 mL | 110 NMP/100 mL |
| 17/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 134 NMP/100 mL | 52 NMP/100 mL |
| 03/07/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 19/06/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 30 NMP/100 mL | 10 NMP/100 mL |
| 22/05/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 10 NMP/100 mL | 10 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 24/08/2026. 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
Playa Xivares is understood as a group popularly made up of Xivares 1 and Xivares 2 or Peñamaría. The result is a semi-urban beach of white sand, 800 metres long and 75 metres wide, set in a mountainous landscape and accompanied by vegetation. Visitor numbers are high and the swell moderate, while the record also identifies it as an urban and sporting beach. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the AS-239, with between 50 and 100 parking spaces. There are toilets, showers, an accessible promenade, food and sports services.
Length800 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width75 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGolden sandPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingMountainSurrounding landscape
Typical swimming conditionsModerate wavesTypical water conditions
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
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 the nearby Candás marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Accessible walkwaysAccessible route to the beach
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsSummer season · Emergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital de Cabueñes · 18 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and accessible walkways. Travel options include parking and access from AS-239.
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 Xivares
1
Les CabañesRestaurant in Carreño
1.6 kmapprox.
2
Restaurante El MuselGijón/Xixón
2 kmapprox.
3
El Balcón del MarBarrio Portuarios, Gijón/Xixón
2.4 kmapprox.
4
Restaurante A CaldeiraCarretera Campa de Torres 1500, Gijón/Xixón
2.5 kmapprox.
5
La Taberna de la LonjaViario interior de El Musel - Muelle del Rendiello, Gijón/Xixón
2.5 kmapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa XivaresWhere to stay
near Playa XivaresParking
near Playa XivaresAbout 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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