SkyOvercast with rain
Barbate · Cádiz
Playa Zahara de Los Atunes
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,111 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water21 °CDaily high23 °CUV3WavesRoughHigh tide03:17Low tide20:52JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusYellow 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
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.
Accumulated wind23 km/h · 153°Water temperature21 °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 rain and a forecast temperature of 20 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 20 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind S at 29 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C, water temperature around 21 °C and a maximum UV index of 3.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 19°High 23°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 89 km/h Humidity 78–98% ≈ rough ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Chubascos
Low 18°High 23°
MorningChubascosAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 100% ↝ moderado Gusts 58 km/h Humidity 73–94% ≈ rough ◉ Water 21° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Chubascos
Low 18°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ light Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 75–90% ≈ rough ◉ Water 20° ☀ UV 3
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 16°High 21°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 75–100% ☀ UV 3
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.
Rough
Water temperature21 °C
WindModerate
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Barbate · 9.6 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 21 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 03:17 and low tide at 20:52.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 5 UFC/100 ml | 44 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 8 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 8 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 21/07/2025 | No published assessment | 22 UFC/100 ml | 8 UFC/100 ml |
| 30/06/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 19/05/2025 | No published assessment | 18 UFC/100 ml | 1 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 15/09/2025. 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 Zahara de Los Atunes links the fishing village of Zahara with Cabo de Plata. Its golden sandy shore reaches 1,111 metres in length and 122 metres in width, with a landscape of rocky areas and vegetation beside waters usually experiencing moderate swell and wind. Its frontage is semi-urban, although the beach maintains a direct relationship with the open coast and offers space for walking and water activities, according to the listing. It is easily reached on foot or by car via the Atlanterra development, with more than 100 parking spaces.
Length1,111 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width122 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
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, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area and the nearby Puerto Deportivo de Barbate marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingMore than 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Punta Europa · 60 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Urbanización Atlanterra.
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 Zahara de Los AtunesDrinks and cafés
near Playa Zahara de Los AtunesWhere to stay
near Playa Zahara de Los AtunesParking
near Playa Zahara de Los AtunesAbout 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.
A few kilometres away
Nearby beaches
Tarifa
Playa Zahara de Los Atunes
2.1 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Tarifa
Playa de Atlanterra
2.2 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →Barbate
Playa de Cañillos
4.3 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Tarifa
Playa de los Alemanes
5 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Tarifa
Playa del Cañuelo
7.7 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →
Barbate
Playa El Carmen
8.5 kmfrom this beach
View conditions and facilities →