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Arona · Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Playa de la Ballena
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
30 mSand
Daily high26 °CUV8High tide01:32Low tide19:23JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 13:00
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 wind6 km/h · 34°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 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 23 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 23 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 9 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 21°High 26°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 3 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 45–65% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 20°High 25°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SE · 6 km/h Gusts 34 km/h Humidity 50–84% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Sunny intervals
Low 20°High 21°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ S · 5 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 63–69% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 19°High 27°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Humidity 55–85% ☀ 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 la Ballena is a small beach of dark sand in the village of Las Galletas, beside a major tourist complex. Its compact layout measures 30 metres by 30 metres and offers calm waters, with usually low visitor numbers. The site’s practical distinction lies in its relationship with the sea: it has a yacht club and an area reserved for diving. It is easy to reach on foot, with parking, an interurban bus service and food establishments nearby.
Length30 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies diving, a nautical club and the nearby Puerto Deportivo Marina San Miguel (Amarilla Golf & Marina) marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingNear the beach
BusIntercity bus, Route 470
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityClínica San Eugenio
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa de la BallenaDrinks and cafés
near Playa de la BallenaWhere to stay
near Playa de la BallenaParking
near Playa de la BallenaAbout these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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