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San Bartolomé de Tirajana · Las Palmas
Playa El águila
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
430 mSand / Cobbles
Water25 °CDaily high26 °CUV9High tide01:37Low tide19:25JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa San Agustin · 1.5 km
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 wind9 km/h · 35°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 25 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 25 °C, 80% chance of rain and wind N at 11 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 9.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 21°High 26°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ NW · 3 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 36–64% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 9
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 27°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonMostly cloudy with light rain
☂ Rain 80% ↝ E · 7 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 41–69% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 9
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Partly cloudy
Low 19°High 21°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ S · 10 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 56–63% ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 9
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 29°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ S · 10 km/h Humidity 45–65% ☀ UV 9
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 12 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 16 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 28/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/04/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 46 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/04/2026 | 9 /04/2026 | — | |
| 17/03/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/02/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 27/01/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/11/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/10/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 26/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 29/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/04/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/03/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/02/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/01/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/11/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/10/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 25/08/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa El águila combines 430 metres of dark sand and cobbles with an urban frontage and semi-urban surroundings. It is a beach with high occupancy, exposed to wind and moderate waves, whose width reaches 40 metres. Access is easy on foot or by car from the GC-500, with parking and Global bus route 52. Its facilities are limited but useful for a basic stay: it has litter bins and a cleaning service. Access and danger signage helps with orientation along the coast.
Length430 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo Pasito Blanco marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingNear the beach
BusRoute Route 52 Global
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Insular de Las Palmas · 41.5 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from GC-500.
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 El águila
1
Rincón CanarioRestaurant in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
25 mapprox.
2
Drop InnCalle de los Pinos 1
95 mapprox.
3
Los PescadoresRestaurant in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
485 mapprox.
4
Balcon De San AgustinCalle Los Jazmines 15, San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.1 kmapprox.
5
Garbo's Dinner ShowAvenida de Wind Surfing 6, San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.1 kmapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa El águila
1
Coconut Snack BarBar in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
339 mapprox.
2
El ChiriguitoCafé in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.3 kmapprox.
3
Espresso CafeCafé in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.3 kmapprox.
4
Bar SalonBar in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.4 kmapprox.
5
Bar PiscinaBar in San Bartolomé de Tirajana
1.4 kmapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa El águilaParking
near Playa El águilaAbout 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.
A few kilometres away
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