Is Praia de Barrañán good for swimming today?
Praia de Barrañán has BeachFinder Score: 73/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Praia de Barrañán
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Quick answer: Praia de Barrañán today
Praia de Barrañán is a BeachFinder spot in ES-N, ES. Today, compare water temperature 18°C, wind 20 km/h · NE, uv 1.9, waves 1.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 73/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
18°C
Wind
20 km/h · NE
UV
1.9
Waves
1.2 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 15, 09:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 73/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 15, 09:45 PM
Water temp
18°C
Air temp
20°C
Feels like
20°C
UV index
1.9
Wind
20 km/h · NE
Gust 48 km/h
Waves
1.2 m
Current
1 km/h · W
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia de Barrañán
Praia de Barrañán, also called O Areal de Barrañán, is a sandy beach in the parish of Barrañán, in the municipality of Arteixo. It is listed as 1,100 meters long and 20 meters wide, a white-sand beach with strong surf and a windy character. The description also notes a high danger level and heavy attendance. Access is listed as permitted, but lifeguard cover as absent. These points give a very practical reading of the place: Barrañán may appeal for its long sandy stretch, but sea and wind conditions should weigh in the choice. Reiro Grande and Reiro Pequeno are less than 1 km away.
About this spot
Barrañán is not just a large sandy beach: wind, strong surf, the stated danger and the absence of lifeguards also need to be taken into account. It may suit scenery and space, but it is a spot to choose carefully according to the day's conditions.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Praia de Barrañán today?
18°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia de Barrañán today?
20 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia de Barrañán?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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