Is Praia da Gafa good for swimming today?
Praia da Gafa has BeachFinder Score: 74/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Praia da Gafa today
Praia da Gafa is a BeachFinder spot in ES-N, ES. Today, compare water temperature 15°C, wind 3 km/h · N, uv 5.8, waves 0.6 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 74/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
15°C
Wind
3 km/h · N
UV
5.8
Waves
0.6 m
Water quality
Check official advisories
Last updated: Sep 20, 02:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 74/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Sep 20, 02:15 PM
Water temp
15°C
Air temp
32°C
Feels like
36°C
UV index
5.8
Wind
3 km/h · N
Gust 13 km/h
Waves
0.6 m
Current
0 km/h · E
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia da Gafa
The record identifies Praia da Gafa as a beach in Spain. Consider this location today only when live conditions fit the activity. Before swimming there, confirm wind, waves, currents, water quality, flags and official advice. Current panels can be refreshed without rewriting the stable source record, which keeps each claim in the correct time frame. The source record is most useful for identity, setting and practical constraints. The stable place data describes a sand shoreline surface. OpenStreetMap records the access value as “yes”; check local signs for the current practical meaning. The linked Wikipedia background starts with “A praia da Gafa é unha praia galega na parroquia de Miñortos…” The recorded map position is 42.76467, -8.94258, which helps distinguish this beach from similarly named places. Named alternatives in the dossier include Praia de Coira at about 1.3 km, Praia de Boa at about 1.8 km and Praia da Aguieira at about 3.3 km. Open each live panel before deciding which exposure works today. The go/no-go step belongs close to departure, not the night before. Review when the live data was refreshed, then examine temperature, wind, waves, currents, UV and authority warnings. When no recent official or live reading is available, lower confidence and choose an activity that avoids uncertain water entry. Keep permanent facts, seasonal patterns and live observations in separate notes. That makes it easier to revise the plan without losing reliable context.
About this spot
A strong page for Praia da Gafa should make uncertainty useful. The location in Spain is stable; wind, waves, water quality, UV and access disruptions are not. That contrast is why the page pairs sourced geography with live comparison tools and a nearby fallback. Named alternatives in the dossier include Praia de Coira at about 1.3 km, Praia de Boa at about 1.8 km and Praia da Aguieira at about 3.3 km. Open each live panel before deciding which exposure works today.
Updated 7/4/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Praia da Gafa today?
15°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia da Gafa today?
3 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia da Gafa?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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