Playa Puerto Espindola
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San Andrés y Sauces · Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Playa Puerto Espindola

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

200 mSand
Daily high28 °CUV8High tide13:28Low tide19:37JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 13:00

AEMET · issued 27/09 09:05
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SkyOvercast
Temperature27 °CFeels like 28 °C
Forecast rain45%
Humidity63%
WindSW 6 km/hGusts 20 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 wind6 km/h · 246°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 San Andrés y Sauces
Today13:00☁27°Overcast☂ 45% · ↝ SW 6 km/h
Today16:00☁27°Mostly cloudy☂ 45% · ↝ SE 7 km/h
Today19:00☁25°Overcast☂ 20% · ↝ S 1 km/h
Today22:00☁24°Overcast☂ 20% · ↝ W 3 km/h
Tomorrow01:00◐23°Partly cloudy☂ 0% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Tomorrow04:00≋22°Mist☂ 0% · ↝ SW 3 km/h
Tomorrow07:00☀22°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ SW 1 km/h
Tomorrow10:00☀25°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ S 5 km/h
Tomorrow13:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 35% · ↝ E 12 km/h
Tomorrow16:00◐25°Sunny intervals☂ 35% · ↝ NE 8 km/h
Tomorrow19:00☀24°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ NE 4 km/h
Tomorrow22:00☀23°Clear☂ 0% · ↝ W 3 km/h
Tuesday 2901:00☀22°Clear · ↝ W 3 km/h
Tuesday 2904:00☀22°Clear · ↝ W 3 km/h

Today’s weather

At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 45% chance of rain and wind SW at 6 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C and a maximum UV index of 8.

Next days

Today

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Mostly cloudy

Low 23°High 28°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 45% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 24 km/h Humidity 42–83% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tomorrow

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 26°
MorningPartly cloudyAfternoonSunny intervals
☂ Rain 35% ↝ E · 7 km/h Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 55–83% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Tuesday 29

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Clear

Low 22°High 22°
☂ Rain 20% ↝ E · 5 km/h Gusts 8 km/h Humidity 52–76% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05

Wednesday 30

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Cloudy

Low 20°High 26°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ E · 5 km/h Humidity 60–75% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test14/09/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES70700033M38033A1
E. coli1 UFC/100 mL
Enterococci3 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
14/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL11 UFC/100 mL
10/08/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
27/07/2026Suitable for bathing10 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/05/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
22/09/2025Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL41 UFC/100 mL
01/09/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
18/08/2025Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/05/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
02/09/2024Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
26/08/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing8 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
22/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
08/07/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/06/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
03/06/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
20/05/2024Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
25/09/2023Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
11/09/2023Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
28/08/2023Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
07/08/2023Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 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 14/09/2026. 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 Puerto Espindola is a dark-sand coastal stretch surrounded by small buildings and protected as a Biosphere Reserve. Although the description defines it as rocky, the recorded composition is sand; its 200-metre length and width of only 6 metres form a narrow strip with low visitor numbers and moderate swell. It can be reached by car, with fewer than 50 parking spaces and interurban transport. The listing includes showers, cleaning and catering services.

Length200 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width6 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeBy carPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
Showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Food and drink

Facilities and comfort

Confirmed facilities include showers, bins, a cleaning service and food and drink.

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
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BusIntercity bus

Safety and assistance

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Lifeguards2026-06-01 to 2026-09-30 · Monday to Sunday · 12:00-20:00 · Emergency number 112
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Nearest health facilityHospital General de La Palma · 40 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and a bus connection.

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