SkyOvercast with light rain
Frontera · Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Playa de la Maceta
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
40 mRock
Daily high23 °CUV5High tide02:08Low tide19:49JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
Now
Forecast for 18:00
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 wind2 km/h · 234°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 18:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 21 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 21 °C, 55% chance of rain and wind W at 23 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 23 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Niebla
Low 20°High 23°
MorningNieblaAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 25 km/h Gusts 59 km/h Humidity 78–95% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Niebla
Low 17°High 22°
MorningNieblaAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 55% ↝ N · 17 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 72–92% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Niebla
Low 17°High 18°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ N · 15 km/h Gusts 23 km/h Humidity 75–81% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 17°High 24°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ N · 15 km/h Humidity 70–90% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 Maceta is recognised by its breakwaters, which create pools in a leisure area on Frontera's rocky, cliff-lined coast. The complex measures 40 metres long and 20 metres wide, has vegetation and strong waves, and maintains medium occupancy. Access is easy on foot or by car via the road to La Maceta, with parking for between 50 and 100 vehicles and an interurban bus. Practical facilities include barbecue areas, a solarium, showers, toilets, containers and a food service.
Length40 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width20 mPublished average width
CompositionRockPredominant material
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins and food and drink.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingBetween 50 and 100 spaces
BusIntercity bus
Safety and assistance
First aidPublished first-aid post
Nearest health facilityHospital Insular del Hierro · 50 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Carretera a la Maceta.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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