Playa Sta Maria Del Mar Pm1

20.4°C Water temp · Sep 11

Spain Coastal 1 - Excellent 20.4°C

Satellite image of PLAYA STA MARIA DEL MAR PM1 — Satellite image © Esri

Santa María del Mar is a 630-metre urban beach located in Cádiz, Andalucía, with an average width of 30 metres. The beach has golden sand composition and is exposed to moderate wave conditions. It is situated in Atlantic coastal waters of the Gulf of Cádiz and experiences mesomareal tidal ranges of 2–4 metres with dominant currents moving southward.

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Water

Coastal Atlantic waters of the Gulf of Cádiz. Shallow waters with sandy and rocky substrate. Mesomareal tidal range of 2–4 metres. Dominant currents towards south, south-southeast, and southeast. Wave regime dominated by westerly and subordinately southeasterly directions. High exposure to wave action.

Location

Located in Cádiz municipality, Andalucía, Spain. The beach is accessible on foot and features a seafront promenade with disabled access ramps.

Facilities

Red Cross lifeguard post. Rescue equipment. Surveillance equipment. Signage for hazards and general orientation. Public toilets. Showers. Waste bins. Cleaning service. Disabled access. Sports marina (Puerto Deportivo Elcano) nearby. No underwater diving zone or nautical equipment rental.

Season

1 June to 30 September

Water Quality

Classified as excellent water quality for all monitored seasons (2013–2016). Low short-term microbiological contamination risk assessed using deterministic methodology according to UNE 150008 standard. Low risk from jellyfish, phytoplankton, and macroalgae proliferation.

Risks

Low short-term microbiological contamination risk from diffuse sources including land use in the influence zone, built and altered surfaces. Low risk from jellyfish, phytoplankton, and macroalgae.