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Puerto del Rosario · Las Palmas
Playa Blanca
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
875 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high28 °CUV8WavesModerateHigh tide01:55Low tide19:41JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusYellow flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 wind11 km/h · 17°Water temperature24 °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 14:00, 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, 45% chance of rain and wind N at 15 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 23°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 55% ↝ light Gusts 21 km/h Humidity 74–95% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 8
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Low 23°High 27°
MorningCloudyAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 10% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 68–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 8
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 22°High 29°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 78–93% ≈ slight ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 8
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Clear
Low 22°High 30°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Humidity 60–85% ☀ 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.
Moderate
Water temperature24 °C
WindLight
Siguientes mareas
Predicción de referencia: Puerto del Rosario (Fuerteventura) · 1.8 km.
Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 24 °C. The next tide references are high tide at 01:55 and low tide at 19:41.
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
Lifeguards2026-02-01 to 2026-10-31 · Monday to Sunday · 12:00-20:00 · Emergency number 112
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
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