Is Playa de Mari Sucia good for swimming today?
Playa de Mari Sucia 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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Playa de Mari Sucia
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Quick answer: Playa de Mari Sucia today
Playa de Mari Sucia is a BeachFinder spot in ES-S, ES. Today, compare water temperature 23°C, wind 2 km/h · NE, uv 7.3, 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 · NE
UV
7.3
Waves
0.3 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 09:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
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Updated: Aug 12, 09:45 AM
Water temp
23°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
27°C
UV index
7.3
Wind
2 km/h · NE
Gust 6 km/h
Waves
0.3 m
Current
2 km/h · NW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa de Mari Sucia
Located in southern Andalusia, about 40 kilometers southwest of Jerez de la Frontera and in the immediate vicinity of Cape Trafalgar, Mari Sucia is part of a coastal sector of Cadiz where the Atlantic shapes steep and wild shores. This portion of the coastline, between Caños de Meca and the tip of Trafalgar, remains sparsely urbanized, dominated by ochre cliffs and geological formations that bear witness to the region's tectonic movements. The coastal landscape alternates between narrow beaches, rocky coves, and limestone promontories, offering a contrasting and heterogeneous coastal geography. Backed by rock formations characteristic of the Trafalgar coastline, Mari Sucia is distinguished by its mineral character and its direct exposure to Atlantic swells. Only 400 meters from Playa Faro de Trafalgar and 1.2 kilometers from Caños de Meca, it occupies an interstitial position in a string of small beaches that dot this historic cape. Access remains discreet and poorly marked, which preserves the site from mass tourism. Visitors discover a raw coastal environment, where swimming conditions depend heavily on the state of the sea and the season. This area has no beach surveillance or Blue Flag certification. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not provided. Standard tourist facilities (toilets, showers, dedicated parking, restaurants) are not present on the site itself, requiring visitors to be self-sufficient. The proximity of Caños de Meca and Zahora, 1.2 and 1.4 kilometers away respectively, allows visitors to find services and restaurants in the neighboring coastal villages.
About this spot
The name "Mari Sucia"—literally "Dirty Sea"—evokes the often turbid and rough conditions of this sector of Cape Trafalgar, where Atlantic currents and upwellings create complex hydrodynamics. This coastal area, the scene of the naval battle in 1805 between the Franco-Spanish and British fleets, retains significant historical importance. The cliffs overlooking Mari Sucia have served as strategic observation points for centuries. Even today, local fishermen know these waters well, reputed to be fish-rich, where the demanding marine conditions attract surf enthusiasts and rock poolers rather than casual swimmers.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa de Mari Sucia today?
23°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa de Mari Sucia today?
2 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa de Mari Sucia?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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