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El Carmen

74Very goodNi demasiado tranquilo ni demasiado emocionante.
Barbate·Cádiz·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of El Carmen

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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
07:28Sunrise
13h 45mDaylight hours
21:13Sunset

Tides at El Carmen today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
03:32
2.6m
▼ Low
09:45
0.3m
▲ High
15:57
2.5m
▼ Low
22:10
0.3m
Coefficient: 118Spring tides

Water and air temperature at El Carmen

Open-Meteo
21°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
20°CFeels like
UV 3UV index
72%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at El Carmen today

NESO
Speed16 km/h
Max gust30 km/h
DirectionESE

Flag and jellyfish at El Carmen

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at El Carmen

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
16km/h ESE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 16km/h
Windsurf
16km/h ESE
Kitesurf
16km/h · Ideal
Snorkel
5m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Regular
5m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.80 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Nublado
23° 17°
Seco
Dom 3
Nublado
20° 17°
0.1mm
Lun 4
Nublado
20° 16°
Seco
Mar 5
Niebla
21° 13°
Seco
Mié 6
Niebla
21° 15°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadA-314, Vejer de la Frontera - Barbate
Bus typeUrbano
Parking typeNo vigilado
Parking capacityEntre 50 y 100 plazas
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de Barbate (0,2 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
46%
ocupación
Concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (17% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Fin de semana

Restaurants near El Carmen

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Hotels near El Carmen

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Facilities & services

MITECO
Sí · LifeguardSí · ShowersSí · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedSí · ToiletsSí · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningSí · PhonesSí · Tourist officeSí · Kids areaSí · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalSí · Nautical rentalSí · Yacht clubSí · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about El Carmen

MITECO 2024
Length1.3 m
Average width40 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationAlto
EnvironmentUrbana
Coastal facadeUrbana
Sea conditionsOleaje moderado / Ventosa
MunicipalityBarbate
ProvinceCádiz
RegionAndalucía
Coordinates36.183617° N, -5.916551° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital Universitario de Puerto Real
Distance60 km.
Call 956005000112

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About El CarmenEverything you need to know ↓

Playa urbana situada al lado del Puerto de Barbate, con un gran paseo marítimo y muy bien equipada, donde se practica el Wind-Surf y la pesca con caña.

El Carmen is one of those beaches in Cádiz that deserves a spot on your list this summer. It stretches 1.3 metres in length and 40 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of southern Spain, with very hot summers and warm water. It has lifeguard service, showers, nearby parking and accessible facilities, so you can visit with peace of mind. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Check the water temperature, wave height and crowd levels before you go — everything is updated here in real time.

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Frequently asked questions about El Carmen

How is the water at El Carmen today?+

Water temperature at El Carmen is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does El Carmen have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Carmen?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Carmen?+

Wind at El Carmen is 16 km/h with gusts of 30 km/h (ESE).

What time is high tide at El Carmen?+

Today's high tides at El Carmen are at 03:32 and 15:57 (2.6m). Coefficient 118, spring tides.

Is there parking near El Carmen?+

Yes, there is parking near El Carmen.

Are dogs allowed at El Carmen?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Carmen.

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Beach facts
Length1.3 m
Width40 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingAlto
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 2 May, 12:02
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (3). Midday is perfect: warmer water