Arico · Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Playa de Grande

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

310 mSand
Daily high25 °CUV8High tide01:39Low tide19:29JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature25 °CFeels like 25 °C
Forecast rain85%
Humidity44%
WindN 12 km/hGusts 23 km/h
Maximum UV8

This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.

Environmental estimate

Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival

Forecast wind and the regional coastline orientation are less favourable for jellyfish transport towards the shore. This is a limited-confidence regional physical indicator; it does not confirm the presence or absence of jellyfish at this beach.

Accumulated wind8 km/h · 16°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Arico
Today13:00☂25°Overcast with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ N 12 km/h
Today16:00☂24°Overcast with light rain☂ 85% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Today19:00☂21°Overcast with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Today22:00☂22°Overcast with light rain☂ 65% · ↝ N 9 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☀20°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ NW 9 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☀20°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ NW 9 km/h
Tomorrow07:00◐19°Sunny intervals☂ 20% · ↝ NW 14 km/h
Tomorrow10:00◐22°Sunny intervals☂ 20% · ↝ S 5 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☂25°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ E 14 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☂25°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 75% · ↝ SE 14 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ E 10 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ N 7 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☀19°Clear · ↝ NE 6 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☀19°Clear · ↝ N 6 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 25 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 25 °C, 85% chance of rain and wind N at 12 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.

Next days

Today

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Overcast with light rain

Low 21°High 25°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ NE · 5 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 41–61% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Sunny intervals

Low 19°High 25°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 75% ↝ E · 7 km/h Gusts 31 km/h Humidity 47–89% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Clear

Low 19°High 20°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 12 km/h Humidity 65–77% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Mostly cloudy

Low 18°High 27°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available testNo asociadoNÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad

A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.

Beach at a glance

What it is like

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa de Grande is near the Abona lighthouse and is distinguished by its golden sand. It is a semi-urban beach 310 metres long and 62 metres wide, situated in front of a mountain landscape and protected as a natural habitat of Community interest. It has moderate waves and is usually exposed to wind, with moderate visitor numbers. Access is easy on foot or by car, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles and an interurban connection on route 115. The listing records litter bins and first aid.

Length310 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width62 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Bins
MarinaPuerto Deportivo Radazul

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include bins.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo Radazul marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
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BusIntercity bus, Route 115

Safety and assistance

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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Nuestra Señora de Candelaria · 40 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and a bus connection.

Location

Directions

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Practical ideas for your visit

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