SkyOvercast with light rain
Agüimes · Las Palmas
Playa Arinaga
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
700 mCobbles / Gravel★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high31 °CUV9WavesSlightHigh tide13:24Low tide19:33JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00
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 wind15 km/h · 2°Water temperature25 °CValid 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 with light rain and a forecast temperature of 29 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 80% chance of rain and wind N at 16 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 31 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 9.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 24°High 31°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 80% ↝ light Gusts 37 km/h Humidity 29–70% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 9
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 23°High 29°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ light Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 46–63% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 8
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 23°High 29°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ light Gusts 29 km/h Humidity 50–53% ≈ slight ◉ Water 26° ☀ UV 8
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 22°High 31°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 10 km/h Humidity 40–65% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea and tides
Sea conditions
≈A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.
Slight
Water temperature25 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Arinaga (Gran Canaria) · 1.4 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 25 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 13:24 and low tide at 19:33.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 23 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 28/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 25 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/04/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 36 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/03/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/02/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 27/01/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 17 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/11/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/11/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 13/10/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 49 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/10/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 10 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 15/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 76 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 12 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/05/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 07/04/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 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 27/08/2026. 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 Arinaga extends for 700 metres along an urban frontage, with a shoreline of pebbles and gravel and a width of 70 metres. Occupancy is high, while the surroundings are described as windy with moderate waves. The seafront promenade structures arrival and is accompanied by food and drink establishments, litter bins, cleaning and accessible toilets. Access is easy on foot and there is an interurban bus service; the beach also provides assisted bathing and facilities for people with reduced mobility.
Length700 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width70 mPublished average width
CompositionCobbles / GravelPredominant material
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Muelle de Taliarte marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Assisted bathingPublished support service
BusIntercity bus, Route Las Palmas
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
First aidPublished first-aid post
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Insular de Las Palmas · 30 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include a bus connection and access from GC-100.
Location
Directions
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