Is Playa de Pluminero o Quintana good for swimming today?
Playa de Pluminero o Quintana has BeachFinder Score: 75/100. 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 Pluminero o Quintana today
Playa de Pluminero o Quintana is a BeachFinder spot in ES-N, ES. Today, compare water temperature 19°C, wind 2 km/h · NE, uv 7.2, waves 0.7 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 75/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
19°C
Wind
2 km/h · NE
UV
7.2
Waves
0.7 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 09:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 75/100
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Updated: Aug 12, 09:45 AM
Water temp
19°C
Air temp
23°C
Feels like
27°C
UV index
7.2
Wind
2 km/h · NE
Gust 7 km/h
Waves
0.7 m
Current
0 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Playa de Pluminero o Quintana
Located on the Asturian coast, in northern Spain, Playa de Pluminero o Quintana stretches along the Cantabrian coastline near the Cabrales region, one of the wildest and most rugged coastal areas in the country. The coordinates place this site about 1.5 km west of Playa Fontaniecho and 1.8 km east of Playa de los Castros, in an area where green cliffs tumble down to a often rough sea, characteristic of the Atlantic waters bathing this northern coast. This beach remains largely untouched by mass tourist development, offering visitors an authentic Asturian coastal experience. Backed by rock formations typical of the region, it is part of a string of small coves and beaches that dot this section of the Bay of Biscay. The absence of labeling or supervision facilities reflects its undeveloped character, contrasting with the more accessible and equipped beaches located a few kilometers to the east or west. Access remains rudimentary, with no dedicated parking or formal sanitary facilities. No supervision is provided, which requires swimmers to have prior knowledge of marine conditions and tides, which are particularly changeable on this exposed Atlantic coastline. The absence of Blue Flag status highlights the status of a natural, undeveloped beach intended for visitors seeking immersion in the Asturian coastal environment without tourist mediation.
About this spot
The name 'Pluminero' likely refers to an old artisanal activity or a local geological formation, although the precise toponymy is poorly documented. This area of Asturias, historically focused on fishing and forestry, has retained a strong rural character. The beaches of this northern Spanish coast have long served as landing points for fishermen and sailors braving Atlantic storms; Pluminero o Quintana, despite its limited accessibility, perpetuates this tradition of a coastline inhabited by those who know its moods rather than by mass tourism.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Playa de Pluminero o Quintana today?
19°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Playa de Pluminero o Quintana 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 Pluminero o Quintana?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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