SkyOvercast with light rain
Gáldar · Las Palmas
Playa de Boca Barranco
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
255 mSand / Cobbles
Water24 °CDaily high28 °CUV8High tide01:44Low tide19:32JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa Sardina · 3.1 km
Now
Forecast for 14:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.
Accumulated wind15 km/h · 2°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 27 °C, 80% chance of rain and wind N at 18 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 25°High 28°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ N · 15 km/h Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 29–70% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 24°High 28°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 60% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 46–63% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 24°High 24°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 50–53% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 23°High 27°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 40–65% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de Boca Barranco is an isolated beach in Gáldar, with a dry-sand platform that the entry links to various sporting activities. It extends for 255 metres and reaches 40 metres in width, with fine golden sand mixed with shingle, facing a semi-urban setting. Strong waves are part of its usual conditions. Access is easy on foot or by car, with a seafront promenade, parking, catering, a sports area and a designated surfing area.
Length255 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area and the nearby Puerto de las Nieves marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingNear the beach
BusIntercity bus, Route Gáldar 103 - 105
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Doctor NegrÍn · 37.5 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from GC-202.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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