SkyHigh cloud
Puerto del Rosario · Las Palmas
Playa Blanca
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
875 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water22 °CDaily high28 °CUV5WavesSlightHigh tide02:33Low tide20:13JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusRed flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00
Now
Forecast for 17:00
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 wind4 km/h · 215°Water temperature22 °CValid 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 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of high cloud and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 29 °C, 45% chance of rain and wind SW at 46 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 22 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 23°High 28°
MorningCloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 100% ↝ fuerte Gusts 66 km/h Humidity 64–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy with rain
Low 21°High 25°
MorningMostly cloudy with rainAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 50% ↝ light Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 69–89% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Clear
Low 20°High 24°
MorningClearAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 30% ↝ light Gusts 14 km/h Humidity 74–78% ≈ slight ◉ Water 23° ☀ UV 4
Beach and town · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Sunny intervals
Low 19°High 25°
☂ Rain 45% ↝ N · 15 km/h Humidity 60–80% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
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 temperature22 °C
WindRough
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Puerto del Rosario (Fuerteventura) · 1.8 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 22 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 02:33 and low tide at 20:13.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 11 UFC/100 ml |
| 13/10/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 9 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 39 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 29 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 39 UFC/100 ml |
| 15/07/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 42 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 02/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/05/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 08/04/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/03/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 5 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/02/2025 | No published assessment | 7 UFC/100 ml | 14 UFC/100 ml |
| 20/01/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 2 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 10/11/2025. 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 Blanca extends for 875 metres over golden sand beside a dune system that introduces an open landscape into an area classified as isolated. At 45 metres wide and with medium occupancy, it has windy conditions and moderate waves. Access is easy on foot or by car, with parking and a connection via the M. Jable route. Its facilities are extensive: toilets, showers, litter bins, cleaning, catering, sun-lounger and parasol hire, a children’s area and adapted access. It also has lifeguard service and first aid.
Length875 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width45 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingDunesSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire, parasol hire and a children’s area.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto del Rosario marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingNear the beach
BusRoute Route M. Jable
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital General de Fuerteventura · 2 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from FV-2.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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