#550 European Rank Blue Flag Certified
Rodas Beach
Cíes Islands, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Henrique Pereira (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.25/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
17.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€40/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Cíes Islands · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Refreshing Plunge
Jan
13.6°C
Air 16°C
Feb
13.2°C
Air 17°C
Mar
13.4°C
Air 19°C
Apr
14.1°C
Air 22°C
May
15.2°C
Air 25°C
Jun
16.5°C
Air 28°C
Jul
17.0°C
Air 30°C
Peak
Aug
17.2°C
Air 30°C
Sep
17.0°C
Air 28°C
Oct
16.4°C
Air 25°C
Nov
15.4°C
Air 21°C
Dec
14.4°C
Air 18°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Peak 17.2°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.9 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Rodas Beach
A crescent of white sand on a car-free Atlantic island national park.
Destination Advisory & Classificationcold-water destination (17.2°C peak) — aesthetic/scenic ranking rather than warm swimming
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Ferry service from Vigo, Cangas, or Baiona with mandatory National Park visitor authorization
•Protected Status / Environment: Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park (Parque Nacional Marítimo-Terrestre das Illas Atlánticas de Galicia); Blue Flag certified
•Notable Feature: 1,300-meter crescent of pristine white sand acting as a natural isthmus between Monteagudo and Faro islands, with Caribbean-like turquoise water
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Cíes Islands. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.222°N, -8.905°E).
•Cool, calm, sheltered.
•National park, permit-only.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Cíes Islands, Spain.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rodas Beach
What is the water temperature at Rodas Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Rodas Beach averages 17.2°C (63°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Rodas Beach?
Rodas Beach is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Cíes Islands, Spain.
Is Rodas Beach good for families with kids?
Rodas Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Rodas Beach?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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