Playa Inglés
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Valle Gran Rey · Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Playa Inglés

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

400 mSand / Rock
Daily high27 °CUV8High tide01:37Low tide19:23JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature25 °CFeels like 25 °C
Forecast rain40%
Humidity45%
WindSW 10 km/hGusts 19 km/h
Maximum UV8

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 · 332°Valid for27/09/2026 13:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.

Next hours

Town of Valle Gran Rey
Today13:00☁25°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SW 10 km/h
Today16:00☁27°Overcast☂ 40% · ↝ SE 3 km/h
Today19:00☁25°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 11 km/h
Today22:00☁23°Overcast☂ 10% · ↝ E 9 km/h
Tomorrow01:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Tomorrow04:00☀21°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀21°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ N 6 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☀23°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ S 4 km/h
Tomorrow13:00☀26°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ SW 12 km/h
Tomorrow16:00☀26°Clear☂ 5% · ↝ W 15 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 11 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ N 7 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☀21°Clear · ↝ NW 4 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☀21°Clear · ↝ NW 6 km/h

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, 40% chance of rain and wind SW at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.

Next days

Today

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Overcast

Low 23°High 27°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ N · 8 km/h Gusts 22 km/h Humidity 41–80% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Clear

Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ S · 7 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 49–68% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Clear

Low 20°High 22°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SW · 10 km/h Gusts 9 km/h Humidity 51–54% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Cloudy

Low 19°High 29°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 65–90% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test22/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES70600049M38049A1
E. coli15 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci1 UFC/100 mL
Latest available annual classificationEXCELLENT2025 season · EEA · does not describe current conditions

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
DateAssessmentE. coliEnterococci
22/09/2026Suitable for bathing15 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing24 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
10/08/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
27/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
04/05/2026Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
07/04/2026Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
09/03/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/02/2026Suitable for bathing74 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
27/01/2026Suitable for bathing6 UFC/100 mL4 UFC/100 mL
10/11/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
13/10/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
22/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
15/07/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
05/05/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
07/04/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
17/03/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/02/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
27/01/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
11/11/2024Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
14/10/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 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 22/09/2026. 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

Characteristics published by official sources

Playa Inglés is distinguished by its location at the foot of a cliff and its dark sand, on an isolated coast 400 metres long and 40 metres wide. The surface combines sand and rock, while vegetation and the protected surroundings—ZEPA, Rural Park and Biosphere Reserve—reinforce its natural character. It has moderate swell and medium occupancy, with access on foot or by car. Parking and signage facilitate arrival, while the only basic services available after bathing are litter bins and cleaning.

Length400 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingIsolatedLevel of development
Coastal settingCliffsSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicVegetation and dunes
Available characteristicProtected area
Available characteristicNaturism

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Bins
Cleaning service
MarinaPuerto Deportivo de San Sebastián

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include bins and a cleaning service.

Activities

Published information identifies the nearby Puerto Deportivo de San Sebastián marina.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingNear the beach

Safety and assistance

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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe · 63 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking.

Location

Directions

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