Playa de la Hornilla
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Candelaria · Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Playa de la Hornilla

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

50 mSand / Cobbles
Daily high27 °CUV8High tide01:48Low tide19:33JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 15:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast with light rain
Temperature26 °CFeels like 26 °C
Forecast rain100%
Humidity66%
WindN 10 km/hGusts 13 km/h
Maximum UV8

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 wind8 km/h · 28°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 Candelaria
Today14:00☂26°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ NW 17 km/h
Today17:00☂25°Overcast with light rain☂ 100% · ↝ N 8 km/h
Today20:00☂25°Overcast with light rain☂ 90% · ↝ NW 2 km/h
Today23:00☂25°Overcast with light rain☂ 90% · ↝ NW 9 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☀24°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☀23°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ NW 10 km/h
Tomorrow08:00◐24°Sunny intervals☂ 40% · ↝ NW 6 km/h
Tomorrow11:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 40% · ↝ N 5 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☂27°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tomorrow17:00☂26°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 95% · ↝ E 8 km/h
Tomorrow20:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 10% · ↝ NE 6 km/h
Tomorrow23:00◐24°Sunny intervals☂ 10% · ↝ W 4 km/h
Tuesday 2902:00☀23°Clear · ↝ N 4 km/h
Tuesday 2905:00☀22°Clear · ↝ W 2 km/h

Today’s weather

At 15:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.

Next days

Today

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Overcast with light rain

Low 25°High 27°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 13 km/h Gusts 20 km/h Humidity 63–85% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tomorrow

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Sunny intervals

Low 23°High 27°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 95% ↝ N · 5 km/h Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 64–100% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Tuesday 29

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Sunny intervals

Low 22°High 24°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Gusts 7 km/h Humidity 70–97% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

Wednesday 30

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Sunny intervals with light rain

Low 21°High 29°
☂ Rain 85% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 75–85% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 12:25

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 la Hornilla is an urban beach just 50 metres long and 22 metres wide, with dark sand and rounded stones, a seafront promenade and strong waves. Visitor numbers are moderate and the surroundings include vegetation, anchorage and protection as Natural Habitats of Community interest. Its relationship with the urban centre is reflected in its services: foot showers, cleaning, food establishments, a yacht club and a tourist office. Access on foot or by car is easy, with an interurban bus service and parking.

Length50 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width22 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink
Sailing club
Anchorage
MarinaLa Galera

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.

Activities

Published information identifies a nautical club, an anchorage and the nearby La Galera marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingNear the beach
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BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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Lifeguards2026-09-01 to 2026-09-30 · Monday to Sunday · 12:00-20:00 · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Nuestra Señora de Candelaria

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and a bus connection.

Practical ideas for your visit

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