Is Playa de Valdearenas good for swimming today?
Playa de Valdearenas has BeachFinder Score: 82/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Playa de Valdearenas today
Playa de Valdearenas is a BeachFinder spot in ES-N, ES. Today, compare water temperature 25°C, wind 4 km/h · NE, uv 7.0, waves 0.7 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 82/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
25°C
Wind
4 km/h · NE
UV
7.0
Waves
0.7 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 09:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 82/100
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Updated: Aug 11, 09:45 PM
Water temp
25°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
26°C
UV index
7.0
Wind
4 km/h · NE
Gust 7 km/h
Waves
0.7 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa de Valdearenas
Located on the Asturian coast, in northern Spain, this beach is part of the rugged Cantabrian coastline, characterized by green cliffs and successive coves. Coordinates 43.4448°N / 3.9711°W place it in the immediate vicinity of Cabrales, an area renowned for its traditional blue cheeses, about 30 km inland. The local shore alternates between small sandy bays and rocky headlands, typical of this coast where the Atlantic shapes changing landscapes according to tides and seasons. Fine, light sand constitutes the main surface. Unlike La Playuca, 500 meters away and more frequented, this beach retains a more secluded character, while Playa de Currucasa, 1 km away, offers similar exposure but different access. The arrival reveals a small cove framed by low coastal vegetation, with gentle access slopes. The absence of concrete structures and the northwest exposure make it a place where weather conditions dominate the experience: on calm days, turquoise waters invite swimming; during Atlantic storms, waves crash with power. No lifeguard service is present. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed. Blue Flag status does not apply. The beach remains devoid of formal facilities (toilets, showers, dedicated parking), which preserves its natural character but requires autonomous preparation for the visit.
About this spot
The toponym Valdearenas evokes 'valleys of sand' in medieval Castilian, a direct reference to the local morphology. This section of the Asturian coastline, shaped by Quaternary glaciations and continuous marine erosion, belongs to the Cantabrian Range, a mountain range that plunges abruptly into the ocean. Historically, these coves served as anchorages for coastal fishermen and, during the Spanish War of Succession (1701-1714), constituted strategic access points for troops. Today, it remains frequented by local inhabitants and shore fishermen, long before attracting mass tourism from southern seaside resorts.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa de Valdearenas today?
25°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa de Valdearenas today?
4 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Playa de Valdearenas?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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