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San Xián

72Very goodAguas de piscina. Sin el olor a cloro.
Cangas·Pontevedra·18° water·0 m waves+ weather
Status today: No reports
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Photos of San Xián

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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
14h 7mDaylight hours
21:35Sunset

Tides at San Xián today

Lunar estimate
▲ High
02:44
2.6m
▼ Low
08:56
0.3m
▲ High
15:09
2.5m
▼ Low
21:22
0.3m
Coefficient: 118Spring tides

Water and air temperature at San Xián

Open-Meteo
17°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
17°CFeels like
UV 4UV index
79%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at San Xián today

NESO
Speed8 km/h
Max gust25 km/h
DirectionO

Flag and jellyfish at San Xián

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

Water quality at San Xián

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mPlana
Mar en calma. no apto surf
Periodo: 8s
8km/h O
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 8km/h
Windsurf
8km/h O
Kitesurf
Poco viento
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
Niebla
18° 14°
Seco
Sáb 2
Tormenta
17° 15°
88%
Dom 3
Lluvia
16° 14°
83%
Lun 4
Lluvia
16° 11°
53%
Mar 5
Nublado
18° 12°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil / Coche
RoadPO-551
Bus typeInterurbano (Pontevedra - Cangas a 3 Km)
Parking capacityMenos de 50 plazas
MarinaReal Club Náutico Rodeira (Cangas) (11 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
67%
ocupación
Muy concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (16% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada media · Día laborable · Festivo

Restaurants near San Xián

OpenStreetMap · 800m
Asador Restaurante Area Brava
Restaurante · 1070m · €€
Ver →
Chiringuito Areacova
Bar · 1194m · €€
+34 623 45 11 11
Ver →
Restaurant Areacova SL
Restaurante · 1240m · €€· Mo-Tu,Th-Su 13:00-21:00
Web
Ver →
chiringo Faneca Brava
Bar · 1469m · €€
Ver →
Capitán
Restaurante · 1703m · €€
Ver →

Hotels near San Xián

No hotels found nearby

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Campsites nearby

OpenStreetMap
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Camping Hío
Camping· ★★★
467 m · Motorhomes · Tents
Enganche eléctricoWiFi
Web+34 986 329 945
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Camping Car Area Playa Arneles
Autocaravanas· ★★
1.1 km · Motorhomes · Dog-friendly
VaciadoEnganche eléctricoDuchasLavandería
Web
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Camping Francón
Camping· ★★★
1.5 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctrico
Web+34 986 328 292
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Camping Aldán
Camping· ★★★
1.7 km · Motorhomes · Tents · Bungalows
Enganche eléctricoWiFi
Web+34 986 32 94 68
⛺
Camping Nerga
Camping· ★★★
3.3 km · Motorhomes · Tents

Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersSí · BinsSí · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsSí · Bus service

Information about San Xián

MITECO 2024
Length180 m
Average width15 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationMedio
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeSemiurbana
Sea conditionsAguas tranquilas
VegetationYes
Anchorage areaYes
MunicipalityCangas
ProvincePontevedra
RegionGalicia
Coordinates42.286261° N, -8.836229° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalHospital de Montecelo
Distance31 km.
Call 986800000112

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About San XiánEverything you need to know ↓

Pequeña playa rústica de aguas tranquilas.Also known as: Terra da Laxe

If you're planning to visit San Xián, you're choosing one of the most authentic beaches in Pontevedra. It stretches 180 metres in length and 15 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Atlantic coast of Galicia, with powerful waves and cold but spectacular water. It has nearby parking to make your visit more comfortable. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Use this page to see current sea conditions, expected crowds and how to get there without any hassle.

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Frequently asked questions about San Xián

How is the water at San Xián today?+

Water temperature at San Xián is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does San Xián have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at San Xián?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at San Xián?+

Wind at San Xián is 8 km/h with gusts of 25 km/h (O).

What time is high tide at San Xián?+

Today's high tides at San Xián are at 02:44 and 15:09 (2.6m). Coefficient 118, spring tides.

Is there parking near San Xián?+

Yes, there is parking near San Xián.

Are dogs allowed at San Xián?+

No, dogs are not allowed at San Xián.

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Beach facts
Length180 m
Width15 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingMedio
CALM
The sea is waiting for you
Updated · 1 May, 18:31
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (4). Midday is perfect: warmer water