Playa de El Palmar in Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain
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Playa de El Palmar

Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: June, July, August, September
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EDITORIAL SCORE
4.35/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
22.7°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€50/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz · NOAA satellite data
Swipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
16.3°C
Air 20°C
Feb
15.7°C
Air 21°C
Mar
15.8°C
Air 23°C
Apr
16.5°C
Air 26°C
May
17.9°C
Air 29°C
Jun
20.0°C
Air 32°C
Jul
21.9°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
22.7°C
Air 34°C
Sep
21.9°C
Air 32°C
Oct
20.5°C
Air 29°C
Nov
18.7°C
Air 25°C
Dec
17.3°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 1 Jul – 4 Oct (>21°C) · 95 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Playa de El Palmar

An unbroken sandy beach break with chiringuito sunsets and no high-rises, Andalusia's surf village.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records
•Access: Direct vehicular access along the coastal road from Vejer de la Frontera with designated parking lots and wooden dune walkovers.
•Protected Status / Environment: Semi-natural coastal ecosystem with protected dune cordons; certified with the 'Q' de Calidad Turística quality mark.
•Notable Feature: 4 km of golden sand famous for world-class Atlantic surfing conditions and a historic 16th-century coastal watchtower (Torre de El Palmar).
Official Tourism Authorities:cadizturismo.comandalucia.orgspain.info

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms
No
Showers
No
Free Parking
Yes
Food / Tavernas
No
Good for Kids
No
Dog Friendly
Yes
Lifeguard on Duty
No
Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals
Yes
Natural Cliff/Pine Shade
No
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Snorkeling & Watersports
Yes
Nudist / FKK Friendly
No

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.224°N, -6.067°E).

•Fine between the flags on small days; rips form near the peaks when swell runs.
•A low-rise strip of surf schools and sunset chiringuitos on the Costa de la Luz, still fronted by fields.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de El Palmar

What is the water temperature at Playa de El Palmar?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa de El Palmar averages 22.7°C (73°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Playa de El Palmar?

Playa de El Palmar is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Vejer de la Frontera, Cádiz, Spain.

Is Playa de El Palmar good for families with kids?

Playa de El Palmar has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Playa de El Palmar?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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