Platja dels Riells today
- Beach tomorrow 12:00–3:00 pm Fair beach day · 5/10
- Tide now 1.0 ft ↓ falling · low 3:50 am (0.6 ft)
- Best time tomorrow 2:40–4:40 pm average day · 5/10
- Waves · water 2.5 ft · 69 °F slight · 4.0 s from the north
- Wind · air 2 mph · 62 °F from the NNW, gusts 8 · overcast
- Sun 7:15 am–5:47 pm 10 h 31 min of daylight
- Moon 93% · 7:03 pm waning gibbous · rises at 7:03 pm
- Diving tomorrow 9:30 am–12:30 pm great day · 10/10
Today in Platja dels Riells there are high tides at 9:26 am (1.3 ft) and 9:10 pm (1.1 ft) and low tides at 3:11 am and 4:43 pm. Right now the tide is falling toward the low tide at 3:50 am. The sun rises at 7:15 am and sets at 5:47 pm: 10 h 31 min of daylight. The moon is 93% illuminated (waning gibbous) and rises at 7:03 pm. Major solunar periods run from 1:09 am to 3:09 am and from 1:40 pm to 3:40 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 26 to 28. The sea is slight, with 2.5 ft waves. There's a light air from the north-northwest (2 mph). Overcast, 62 °F.
Beach day in Platja dels Riells
Is it a beach day?
- Sun and clouds
- Feels like 71 °F: mild
- UV 3 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen
- Water at 69 °F (cool)
- Light offshore wind (9 mph): it blows floats and inflatables out to sea
- Swim with care: 3.0 ft waves every 4 s
Today, hour by hour
- Swimming Use care · 3.0 ft
3.0 ft waves every 4 s: swim with care and stay where you can stand. Low rip current risk. Always follow the lifeguard's flags.
- Water 69 °F
Cool: refreshing on a hot day.
- Sun & sunscreen UV 3 · SPF 30
Max UV 3 (moderate): SPF 30 sunscreen, reapplied every 2 hours.
- Wind 9 mph
Offshore breeze (9 mph). Watch floats and inflatables: offshore wind carries them out to sea.
- Tide & sand
Platja dels Riells has almost no tide: the beach stays the same all day.
We don't have data on jellyfish, sargassum or beach closures: ask the lifeguard or check with the local beach authority. How it works · The next 7 days
About Platja dels RiellsThe beach
In L'Escala, 0.8 mi from the center. Tides, weather and sun in L'Escala →
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Parking
- No dogs
Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. See on OpenStreetMap · Fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches near Platja dels Riells
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- Platja Port d'en Perris 0.8 mi · N
- Showers
- Parking
- Platja de les Barques 0.9 mi · N
- Lifeguard
- Showers
- Parking
- No dogs
Good water quality 2025 season, EEA
- Platja del Salpatx 0.9 mi · E
- Platja Cala Mar d'en Manassa 0.9 mi · NW
- Lifeguard
- Showers
- Parking
- Platja del Rec del Molí 1.2 mi · NW
- Showers
- Parking
Poor water quality 2025 season, EEA
- Platja del Pedrigolet 1.3 mi · NW
- Parking
- Platja del Portitxol 1.5 mi · NW
- Showers
- Parking
- Platja de Montgó 1.6 mi · E
- Lifeguard
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Parking
Excellent water quality 2025 season, EEA
Named beaches within 6.2 mi, nearest first. Amenities from OpenStreetMap: some may be missing or out of date. View on OpenStreetMap · Add or fix on OpenStreetMap
Beaches and amenities: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Bathing water quality: European Environment Agency (EEA), with data from the Spanish Ministry of Health (Náyade).
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Fishing in Platja dels Riells today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: high- Major period 1:40–3:40 pm
- Rising pressure (+0.11 inHg in 24 h), light onshore wind (6 mph) and some swell (3.0 ft waves) to stir the water
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 1:40 pm to 3:40 pm, combines a major period, a light onshore breeze and some swell, though with rising pressure. Also good from 5:10 pm to 6:20 pm, with sunset and some swell. Also worth a try from 1:10 am to 3:10 am, with a major period and some swell, though with rising pressure.
Species with the most records nearby: dusky grouper, common two-banded seabream, white seabream and salema. October is one of the months when these are seen most: zebra seabream. What you can catch
The tide barely moves in Platja dels Riells, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Tides in Platja dels Riells
Today's high and low tides
- ▼ Low tide 3:11 am 0.6 ft
- ▲ High tide 9:26 am 1.3 ft
- ▼ Low tide 4:43 pm 0.7 ft
- ▲ High tide 9:10 pm 1.1 ft
↓ Falling The tide is falling. 4 h 57 min to low tide at 3:50 am.
In Platja dels Riells the astronomical tide is very small: about 0.7 ft between high and low tide. Here the sea level is moved mostly by wind and air pressure (storm surge), which can raise or lower it more than the tide itself.
2026 extremes: the highest tide of the year is on November 27 (1.3 ft) and the lowest, on February 3 (0.1 ft).
Heights above chart datum: the lowest astronomical tide (LAT), the zero of nautical charts in Europe. Astronomical prediction: wind and air pressure can raise or lower the water by a few inches, and more in a storm. Not for navigation. chart datum (LAT)
Tide and solunar table · this week
| Day | Sun | Tide 1 | Tide 2 | Tide 3 | Tide 4 | Moon | Major periods | Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today, Wed 28 | 7:15 am · 5:47 pm | Low tide 3:11 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 9:26 am · 1.3 ft | Low tide 4:43 pm · 0.7 ft | High tide 9:10 pm · 1.1 ft | 93% | Major periods 1:09 am · 1:40 pm | High |
| Thu 29 | 7:16 am · 5:45 pm | Low tide 3:50 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 10:13 am · 1.3 ft | Low tide 5:49 pm · 0.8 ft | High tide 9:49 pm · 1.0 ft | 85% | Major periods 2:12 am · 2:45 pm | Medium |
| Fri 30 | 7:18 am · 5:44 pm | Low tide 4:35 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 11:04 am · 1.3 ft | Low tide 6:58 pm · 0.8 ft | High tide 10:32 pm · 1.0 ft | 76% | Major periods 3:17 am · 3:49 pm | Medium |
| Sat 31 | 7:19 am · 5:43 pm | Low tide 5:30 am · 0.6 ft | High tide 12:00 pm · 1.3 ft | Low tide 8:09 pm · 0.8 ft | High tide 11:21 pm · 0.9 ft | 66% | Major periods 4:20 am · 4:50 pm | Medium |
| Sun 1 | 7:20 am · 5:41 pm | Low tide 6:38 am · 0.7 ft | High tide 1:10 pm · 1.3 ft | Low tide 9:20 pm · 0.8 ft | — | Last quarter | Major periods 5:19 am · 5:46 pm | Medium |
| Mon 2 | 7:21 am · 5:40 pm | High tide 12:30 am · 0.8 ft | Low tide 7:48 am · 0.7 ft | High tide 2:41 pm · 1.2 ft | Low tide 10:26 pm · 0.7 ft | 43% | Major periods 6:13 am · 6:38 pm | Medium |
| Tue 3 | 7:23 am · 5:39 pm | High tide 2:45 am · 0.8 ft | Low tide 8:58 am · 0.7 ft | High tide 3:59 pm · 1.2 ft | Low tide 11:21 pm · 0.6 ft | 33% | Major periods 7:02 am · 7:26 pm | Medium |
▲ high tide · ▼ low tide · heights above chart datum (LAT). Major periods: start time; they last 2 hours. Activity: based on the moon phase and the solunar periods.
Where this tide comes from
Tides from the Port-Vendres station (TICON-4), 28 mi from Platja dels Riells. Times and heights are its predictions.
Station data attribution: Slackwater database (https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database). Source: Hart-Davis, M., Dettmering, D., Seitz, F. (2025), TICON-4: TIdal CONstants based on GESLA-4 sea-level records, SEANOE, https://doi.org/10.17882/109129. Licensed CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Modified: see https://github.com/openwatersio/slackwater-database#modifications-to-source-data
The sea at Platja dels Riells
Sea stateSea state: slight
The waves you may find
- Most commonMost common1.2 ft
- Significant2.5 ft
- Highest expectedHighest5.2 ft
One wave in seven is higher than the significant height, and about 3 times a day one reaches 5.2 ft. Before heading out, expect waves of up to 5.2 ft.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Cross-shore wind. The coast faces east and the wind blows along the shore: drift and current run parallel to the beach.
Wave height, next 7 daysWaves, next 7 days
Waves build over the next few days. The biggest waves arrive on Monday 2: 5.8 ft with a period of 6 s, from the north-northeast (moderate).
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water cools over the next few days: about 67.1 °F by Tuesday 3.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+3.5 °F).
Satellite: NASA MUR (JPL MUR MEaSUREs, PO.DAAC), doi:10.5067/GHGMR-4FJ04. Sources and licenses
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 10:53 pm (local time).
Surf in Platja dels Riells today
Surf today
Poor- 1.5–2.4 ft surf at the shore, a fun size for most surfers
- 0.9 ft swell at 5 s from the north-northeast, short: weak, messy waves
- 2.6 ft wind swell at 3 s: messy waves
- Almost no wind (4 mph): glassy water
- Light: First light 6:46 am · sunrise 7:15 am · sunset 5:47 pm · last light 6:15 pm
- Tide: We don’t have a reliable tide to show here.
- Water at 68.5 °F: a springsuit or a 2 mm fullsuit.
- Energy: 17 kJ · Low power
Today’s surf at a glance
The best window, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, has glassy water, though with a short-period swell and wind swell. 8:00 am to 11:00 am can also work, with light offshore wind, though with a short-period swell and wind swell.
An estimate for this stretch of coast, not for a specific break: every beach or reef works its own way (its tide, bottom and angle). Check it when you get there.
Follow the flags and the lifeguards, and don’t paddle out if the surf is above your level: this score is a guide, not a substitute for what you see when you get there.
Diving in Platja dels Riells today
Diving and snorkeling today
Likely visibility: good- 2.7 ft surface waves
- Light onshore wind (8 mph)
- 0.0 mph current toward the east, weak (model)
- Sun high: more light underwater
- Slack water today: none; the tide doesn't count here
- Likely visibility: good. The sea has been calm and there's been little rain. Based on the last 24 hours of data.
- Water at 68.5 °F: a 5 mm wetsuit.
- Snorkeling: doable, with some waves or wind.
- Night dive: dark from 6:15 pm. Waning gibbous (93%), rising at 7:03 pm: a bright night.
Your diving day at a glance
The best window, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, combines light wind, weak current and the sun high.
In Platja dels Riells the tide barely moves the water, so there's no slack to wait for: swell, wind and current are what count.
Never dive alone and check with the local dive shop: this rating is a guide, not a substitute for a professional.
Dive sites, wrecks and dive shops nearby
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- El Montgrí (Parque natural) Fish seen: Mediterranean Chromis, Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse, Learned Rockfich, common two-banded seabream 3.1 mi
- la Ferriola 3.6 mi
- el Reggio 4.0 mi
- el Rossinyol Fish seen: Mediterranean Chromis, Mediterranean Rainbow Wrasse, common two-banded seabream, striped red mullet 5.0 mi
- Negre del Falaguer 5.0 mi
- El marmoler 2.8 mi
- Wreck 5.5 mi
- Parc Natural del Montgrí, les Illes Medes i el Baix Ter 3.0 mi
- Reserva Natural Parcial C Marina de les Medes 6.4 mi
- Grassi Sub 0.2 mi
- Aquatrek 0.3 mi
- Orca Diving Center 0.3 mi
Within 12 mi. Some may be missing or closed; marine reserves usually need a permit. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Wreck and reef positions are approximate and not for navigation; a wreck’s depth runs from the top of the hull to the seabed.
Sites: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Wrecks: EMODnet Human Activities (AND-International), from UK Hydrographic Office data, CC BY 4.0. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Sites and fish: Reef Life Survey / IMOS NRMN, CC BY 4.0; fish names, Wikidata.
Weather in Platja dels Riells
Now in Platja dels Riells
- Low / high
- 62 / 72 °F
- Rain
- 0.00 in · 2%
- Clouds
- 82%
- Humidity
- 57%
- Dew pointDew point
- 46 °F
- Visibility
- 22 mi
- UV indexUV
- 0 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 21
- Saharan dust
- No
- Pollen
- Low · mugwort
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady · now Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Steady now (+0.02 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: −0.04 inHg. Steady pressure: anglers expect normal activity. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Overcast | Overcast | Overcast | Partly cloudy | Overcast | Overcast | Partly cloudy | Partly cloudy |
| Temperature | 62° | 67° | 67° | 66° | 71° | 70° | 68° | 65° |
| Wind (mph) | 3 WSW | 11 NNW | 9 NNW | 9 NW | 9 NNE | 6 NE | 2 NNW | 2 WNW |
| Gusts | 9 | 23 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 19 | 4 | 8 |
| Waves | 2.2 ft | 2.9 ft | 3.0 ft | 2.6 ft | 2.8 ft | 3.0 ft | 2.8 ft | 2.7 ft |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.00 in |
- 12:00 am 62° 2 NW 2.2 ft
- 3:00 am 61° 2 WNW 1.8 ft
- 6:00 am 58° 2 NE 1.8 ft
- 9:00 am 62° 3 NNE 1.8 ft
- 12:00 pm 66° 3 NE 1.8 ft
- 3:00 pm 65° 7 NE 1.6 ft
- 6:00 pm 62° 6 NE 1.3 ft
- 9:00 pm 60° 1 W 1.0 ft
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind | Max wave |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 28 | 62 / 72 °F | 11 mph NNW | 3.1 ft | |
| Thu 29 | 58 / 67 °F | 7 mph NE | 2.2 ft | |
| Fri 30 | 55 / 66 °F | 7 mph N | 1.3 ft | |
| Sat 31 | 55 / 65 °F | 7 mph NW | 3.3 ft | |
| Sun 1 | 52 / 67 °F | 7 mph NW | 3.7 ft | |
| Mon 2 | 51 / 64 °F | 16 mph N | 5.8 ft | |
| Tue 3 | 42 / 57 °F | 13 mph N | 5.1 ft | |
| Wed 4 | 46 / 61 °F | 9 mph N | 6.7 ft | |
| Thu 5 | 53 / 63 °F | 10 mph NE | 6.8 ft | |
| Fri 6 | 54 / 63 °F | 10 mph NNE | 3.9 ft | |
| Sat 7 | 51 / 64 °F | 6 mph E | 5.6 ft | |
| Sun 8 | 54 / 67 °F | 11 mph SSW | 4.3 ft | |
| Mon 9 | 58 / 68 °F | 12 mph S | 3.9 ft | |
| Tue 10 | 58 / 70 °F | 14 mph SSW | 3.1 ft |
- Thu 29 Overcast 58° / 67° 2.2 ft
- Fri 30 Overcast 55° / 66° 1.3 ft
- Sat 31 Partly cloudy 55° / 65° 3.3 ft
- Sun 1 Mainly clear 52° / 67° 3.7 ft
- Mon 2 Overcast 51° / 64° 5.8 ft
- Tue 3 Overcast 42° / 57° 5.1 ft
- Wed 4 Light drizzle 46° / 61° 6.7 ft
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about wind today. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer and normal rain. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, warmer than normal for late October (+5.5 °F; normal high: 67 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 10:53 pm (local time).
The sun in Platja dels Riells
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 6:14 am
- Full dark 6:48 pm
- Civil dawn 6:46 am
- Civil dusk 6:15 pm
- Solar noon 12:31 pm (35° high)
- Daylight 10 h 31 min (−3 min)
- Evening golden hour 5:07 pm
- Full dark 6:48 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,360,075 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Platja dels Riells
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,461 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: high- 1:09–3:09 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 1:40–3:40 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 9:43–10:43 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 6:33–7:33 pm Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Sun, Nov 1 · 9:29 pmNov 1 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 amNov 9 in 12 days
- First quarter Tue, Nov 17 · 12:48 pmNov 17 in 20 days
- Full moon Tue, Nov 24 · 3:54 pmNov 24 in 27 days
Perigee on October 28, 226,426 mi away, coinciding with the spring tides from October 26 to 28: they will be stronger than usual.
Where to fish in Platja dels Riells
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
Map: OpenFreeMap · © OpenMapTiles · © OpenStreetMap contributors
- l'Embarcador 6.3 mi
- La Basseta 6.3 mi
- Embarcador de Cal Bonic 6.8 mi
- Jetty 2.3 mi
- Boat ramp 0.9 mi
- Boat ramp 5.3 mi
- Boat ramp 6.4 mi
- Port de la Clota Grossa 0.5 mi
- Port de l'Estartit 5.4 mi
- Esports Can Jordi 0.1 mi
- Anxoves Solés 0.9 mi
- Petrocat 5.5 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Water depth
Gentle slopeThe bottom slopes gently: 16 ft deep 1,050 ft from shore and 33 ft at 0.6 mi.
From the shoreline out to sea, heading northeast.
How far from shore
- 16 ft deep1,050 ft
- 33 ft deep0.6 mi
- 66 ft deep1 mi
- 164 ft deepnot within 3.1 mi
For fishing, swimming and diving
- Shore fishing. About 6.6 ft of water 330 ft out: long casts help, and so does a rising tide, which brings fish closer in.
- Swimming. The water gets deeper little by little, but a few dozen yards out you can no longer stand.
- Diving. 33 ft deep 0.6 mi from shore; 66 ft is far out (1 mi): for deeper dives, go by boat.
The profile is turned slightly from the coast so it does not run into an island or a headland. Where the bottom comes up to the surface there are shoals, rocks or an islet next to the profile.
Source: EMODnet Bathymetry DTM 2024 (CC BY 4.0), cells of about 380 ft; depth at the lowest astronomical tide. For reference only: not for navigation or anchoring.
Tides near Platja dels RiellsTides nearby
- L'Escala0.8 mi
- Sant Martí d'Empúries2.0 mi
- L'Estartit5.2 mi
- Empuriabrava9.2 mi
- Roses10 mi
- Begur12 mi
- Cadaqués14 mi
- Tamariu14 mi
- Llafranc15 mi
- Calella de Palafrugell16 mi
Platja dels Riells at a glance
- Beach. Coordinates: 42.115° N, 3.139° E.
- It is 35 mi northeast of Blanes, the main place in Girona. The sun rises 1 min earlier and sets 2 min earlier than in Blanes.
- In L'Escala, 0.8 mi from the center.
- The nearest tide station, Port-Vendres, is 28 mi to the north.
- Its coast faces east.
- Beaches and harbors nearby: Port de la Clota (0.4 mi), Platja Port d'en Perris (0.8 mi), Platja del Rec del Molí (1.2 mi), Platja del Portitxol (1.5 mi).
Questions about Platja dels RiellsQuestions
Where is Platja dels Riells?
In L'Escala, 0.8 mi from the center, Girona (Spain). The shore faces east.
What amenities does Platja dels Riells have?
According to OpenStreetMap: restrooms, showers, parking and no dogs. Some may be missing or out of date, so ask at the beach.
How clean is the water at Platja dels Riells?
Good water quality in the official rating for the 2025 season (European Environment Agency, with data from the Spanish Ministry of Health).
What time is sunset today in Platja dels Riells?
At 5:47 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 6:15 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Platja dels Riells?
At 7:16 am. First light comes at 6:15 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 93% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 am.
When are the next spring tides?
From October 26 to 28, together with the lunar perigee: they will be stronger than usual.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 1:09–3:09 am, Minor 9:43–10:43 am, Major 1:40–3:40 pm, Minor 6:33–7:33 pm. Today's activity is high.
What's the weather like today in Platja dels Riells?
Overcast, from 62 °F to 72 °F, with a light air from the north-northwest (2 mph) and a 2% chance of rain.
How is the sea today in Platja dels Riells?
Slight (Douglas 3): 2.5 ft waves with a period of 4.0 s from the north. The water is 68.5 °F.
When is the best time to visit Platja dels Riells?
The best time to visit Platja dels Riells is from June to August: highs of 79 °F to 84 °F, about 4 rainy days a month and 10 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Tide: Port-Vendres station, with constants from TICON-4 (Hart-Davis, Dettmering and Seitz, 2025, SEANOE), licensed CC BY 4.0, via Slackwater database (changes). Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).