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Adeje · Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Playa El Duque
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
390 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high28 °CUV8High tide01:32Low tide19:23JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 13:00Reference sea area: Playa Fañabé · 0.8 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 wind7 km/h · 14°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, 100% chance of rain and wind N at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.
Next days
Today
Overcast
Low 23°High 28°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NW · 14 km/h Gusts 32 km/h Humidity 41–80% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 22°High 26°
MorningSunny intervals with light rainAfternoonClear
☂ Rain 100% ↝ S · 10 km/h Gusts 30 km/h Humidity 50–64% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Sunny intervals
Low 21°High 23°
☂ Rain 40% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Gusts 10 km/h Humidity 54–77% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals with light rain
Low 21°High 28°
☂ Rain 60% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Humidity 55–85% ☀ UV 8
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 29 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 29 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 80 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/04/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/03/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/02/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 26/01/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/11/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/11/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/11/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/10/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/10/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/10/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 21 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 15/09/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 21 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 27 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 27 UFC/100 ml | 14 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 3 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 04/08/2025 | No published assessment | 9 UFC/100 ml | 7 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 7/09/2026. 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 Duque is an urban beach of golden sand, 390 metres long and 60 metres wide, surrounded by hotel facilities. The seafront promenade, vegetation and calm waters complete a highly frequented frontage, clearly integrated into the tourist surroundings. Its relationship with Puerto Colón forms part of the associated port information. It is reached on foot or by car, with parking for more than 100 vehicles and interurban transport. There are toilets, showers, restaurants, sunbed, parasol and nautical-equipment hire, as well as adapted access.
Length390 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width60 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Colón marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
BusIntercity bus, Route 111, 343
Safety and assistance
Lifeguards2026-09-16 to 2026-12-31 · Monday to Sunday · 11:00-19:00 · Emergency number 112
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Quirónsalud Costa Adeje · 3.5 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include a bus connection.
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 DuqueDrinks and cafés
near Playa El DuqueWhere to stay
near Playa El Duque
1
Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque ResortHotel in Adeje
171 mapprox.
2
JOIA El Mirador by IberostarAvenida Bruselas, Adeje
212 mapprox.
3
Gran TacandeCalle Alcalde Walter Paetzmannn, Costa Adeje, Tenerife Sur
274 mapprox.
4
Parque La DuquesaHotel in Adeje
296 mapprox.
5
2 bedroom apartment for 4 people in TenerifeCalle el Beril 30
326 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa El DuqueAbout 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.
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