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water temperature in the summer is very pleasant, ranging from
19°-22° Celsius (66°-72°F). In the months of January
to February the temperature drops to 9°-10° Celsius (50°F).
Almost all of the beaches have lifeguards, and there are a series
of flags that provide information regarding the tide conditions
and danger of swimming.
| Flag
Color |
Danger
Level |
| Red |
Swimming
Prohibited |
| Yellow |
Swim
With Caution |
| Green |
Swimming
Allowed |
 La
Concha Beach
Made famous by Queen Isabel in 1845, La Concha Beach is considered
to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
 Ondarreta
Beach
This beach is found at the foot of Monte Igueldo. It has an air
of aristocracyenhanced by the Villas and Gardens overlooking the
sand. Both beaches mark the bay.
 La
Zurriola Beach
In 1995 a new beach was opened called La Zurriola. This is situated
on the right of the river Urumea. At one end of the beach is situated
an important service to the city, El Palacio de Congresos y Auditorio
del Kursaal
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