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Tías · Las Palmas
Playa Pila de La Barrilla
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
90 mSand / Rock★ Blue Flag 2026
Daily high29 °CUV8High tide01:59Low tide19:45JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusGreen flagEstimateForecast for 27/09 · 14:00Reference sea area: Playa Matagorda · 4.5 km
Now
Forecast for 14:00
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 wind16 km/h · 52°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 14:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 29 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 30 °C, 35% chance of rain and wind E at 4 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 29 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.
Next days
Today
Cloudy
Low 24°High 29°
MorningCloudyAfternoonOvercast
☂ Rain 40% ↝ E · 12 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 43–93% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 22°High 28°
MorningClearAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 10% ↝ E · 9 km/h Gusts 33 km/h Humidity 50–91% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 22°High 24°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Gusts 18 km/h Humidity 68–80% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Clear
Low 21°High 31°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 45–85% ☀ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21/09/2026 | Not classified | 29 UFC/100 mL | 190 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 31/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 19 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 19 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 08/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 270 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/04/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 28 UFC/100 mL | 11 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/03/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 23/02/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 2 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 26/01/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/11/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 70 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 13/10/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 22/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 13 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 13 UFC/100 mL | 39 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 29/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 40 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 14/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 46 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 56 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/04/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 35 UFC/100 mL | 2 UFC/100 mL |
| 10/03/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/02/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/01/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 5 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 11/11/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 16 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/10/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 11 UFC/100 mL | 27 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 21/09/2026. 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 Pila de La Barrilla, also known as Playa Chica, is a small urban beach 90 metres long and 22 metres wide. Golden sand mixes with rock in an urban frontage with a seafront promenade and ZEC protection, with calm waters and medium occupancy. Its modest size gives it a distinct form within the coast of Tías. It is reached on foot or by car, with parking for fewer than 50 vehicles and bus route 2. There are toilets, showers, catering, foot-washing facilities and the possibility of diving.
Length90 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width22 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / RockPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available characteristicProtected area
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies diving and the nearby Puerto Calero marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusRoute Route 2
Safety and assistance
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Doctor José Molina Orosa · 16 km
Access and accessibility
Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from LZ-504.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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