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Praia do Cabaliño has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Praia do Cabaliño today
Praia do Cabaliño is a BeachFinder spot in ES-N, ES. Today, compare water temperature 19°C, wind 5 km/h · E, uv 7.2, waves 0.6 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
19°C
Wind
5 km/h · E
UV
7.2
Waves
0.6 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 10:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 79/100
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Updated: Aug 12, 10:45 AM
Water temp
19°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
26°C
UV index
7.2
Wind
5 km/h · E
Gust 21 km/h
Waves
0.6 m
Current
0 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia do Cabaliño
Praia do Cabaliño stretches along the coast of northern Galicia, Spain, in the region of Nós (Pontevedra), about 4.8 km north of San Pedro de Cangas. This stretch of Atlantic coastline is characterized by a rugged coastal landscape, where low cliffs and rocky outcrops frame fine sandy beaches. Direct exposure to North Atlantic swells gives these waters a constant dynamic, typical of this Galician oceanic facade. The sandy shore hosts a modest-sized beach, nestled between Penoural (0.5 km away) and Perdouro (2 km away), two other beaches that mark this succession of coves. Unlike its immediate neighbors, Cabaliño retains a less frequented character, offering a more secluded atmosphere without being isolated. The sand, fine and slightly gray, gradually extends towards cold and often rough waters, particularly in winter. The arrival of tourist flow remains moderate, which preserves a certain tranquility for visitors seeking to get away from the main routes. No major infrastructure borders this beach: no toilets, no dedicated parking, no supervision service. Access is on foot from local coastal paths. Swimming conditions vary depending on the seasons and Atlantic weather conditions. For motorized visitors, the nearest facilities are located towards San Pedro de Cangas or in the neighboring towns of the Nós region.
About this spot
Cabaliño derives its name from ancient Galician, where 'cabal' means horse and the suffix '-iño' is a diminutive, creating a reference to the wild horses that supposedly once frequented these coastal cliffs. This region of Pontevedra, historically focused on fishing and maritime agriculture, retains traces of millennia of rural occupation in its microtoponyms. The beaches of this coast have been ancient landmarks for Galician sailors; Cabaliño, though modest, has appeared on coastal maps since the 19th century as a natural refuge during Atlantic storms. Today, it remains a place where local fishermen and coastal hikers cross paths, far from standardized tourist circuits.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Praia do Cabaliño today?
19°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia do Cabaliño today?
5 km/h · E. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia do Cabaliño?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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