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Platja de les Barques 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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Quick answer: Platja de les Barques today
Platja de les Barques is a BeachFinder spot in ES-E, ES. Today, compare water temperature 27°C, wind 6 km/h · SE, uv 7.0, waves 0.2 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 86/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
27°C
Wind
6 km/h · SE
UV
7.0
Waves
0.2 m
Water quality
Check official advisories
Last updated: Aug 11, 07:30 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 86/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 11, 07:30 PM
Water temp
27°C
Air temp
29°C
Feels like
32°C
UV index
7.0
Wind
6 km/h · SE
Gust 5 km/h
Waves
0.2 m
Current
0 km/h · NE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Platja de les Barques
Platja de les Barques is a sandy beach in L'Escala, in the Alt Empordà region of Catalonia. It is located at 42.12651, 3.13320. Lifeguard presence is indicated by a tower, a point to verify on site depending on the period and the day's conditions. To choose this beach, also note its neighbors: Platja de les Muscleres is 1.2 km away, Platja de l'Illa Mateua is 3.1 km away, Platja des les Dunes is 3.7 km away, and Platja de Sant Pere Pescador is 7.3 km away. Check the services, lifeguard presence, and local conditions before leaving. Therefore, control the local rules before settling in. Its position in L'Escala makes it a clear landmark for a coastal outing in Catalonia.
About this spot
Platja de les Barques is a sandy beach in L'Escala, with lifeguard presence indicated by a tower. It is prepared by checking this point on site, then comparing with Muscleres or Illa Mateua if the day's conditions warrant.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Platja de les Barques today?
27°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Platja de les Barques today?
6 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Platja de les Barques?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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