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Baños de Baelo has BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Baños de Baelo today
Baños de Baelo is a BeachFinder spot in ES-S, ES. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 2 km/h · SW, uv 7.2, waves 0.3 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
23°C
Wind
2 km/h · SW
UV
7.2
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 10:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 12, 10:45 AM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
27°C
Feels like
31°C
UV index
7.2
Wind
2 km/h · SW
Gust 14 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
3 km/h · N
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Baños de Baelo
Baños de Baelo extends along the Andalusian coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, in southern Andalusia (Cadiz), about 25 km south of Tarifa. This portion of the Mediterranean coastline is characterized by coves alternating with more open beaches, framed by ochre limestone cliffs and coastal pine forests. The strait, here at its narrowest crossing point between Spain and Morocco, creates particular marine conditions: lateral currents and often present swells give these waters a changing hue, from deep blue to greenish-gray depending on the season. This beach is distinguished by its less frequented character compared to its immediate neighbors—Plage ES-S at 0.7 km and 0.8 km distance—while retaining direct access from the coastal road. The shore combines sand and pebbles in different sectors, typical of this area where erosion and sedimentary deposits create a mosaic of textures. The atmosphere remains that of a semi-protected bay, where the background cliffs offer a certain intimacy despite the proximity of Playa Paloma Baja, 1.5 km to the east. No surveillance facilities are located there, and access is informal. The site does not have Blue Flag status. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed.
About this spot
The name "Baños de Baelo" evokes the Roman baths of ancient Baelo Claudia, a prosperous port city from the 1st century established a few kilometers away. Although the archaeological site is now an open-air museum, the coastline retains this layered memory: Phoenicians, then Romans, exploited these waters for fishing and the production of garum. The geography of the strait—a convergence point of Mediterranean and Atlantic civilizations—has shaped every corner of this coast. Local fishermen tell that the strait's currents, unpredictable and powerful, long dictated navigation rules, turning Baelos into a natural refuge during storms. Even today, this duality—refuge and crossroads—defines the character of the place.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Baños de Baelo today?
23°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Baños de Baelo today?
2 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Baños de Baelo?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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