Playa Santa Cruz de La Palma

Santa Cruz de la Palma · Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Playa Santa Cruz de La Palma

Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities

1,230 mSand / Cobbles★ Blue Flag 2026
Water25 °CDaily high26 °CUV5High tide02:27Low tide20:08JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
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Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data

Now

Forecast for 17:00

AEMET · issued 11/11 14:09
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SkyMist
Temperature25 °CFeels like 25 °C
Forecast rain95%
Humidity78%
WindE 3 km/hGusts 16 km/h
Water25 °C
Maximum UV5

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 wind26 km/h · 231°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00

Weather forecast

Hourly and daily outlook

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

Next hours

Town of Santa Cruz de la Palma
Today17:00≋25°Mist☂ 95% · ↝ E 3 km/h
Today20:00≋24°Mist☂ 55% · ↝ N 9 km/h
Today23:00☁23°Mostly cloudy☂ 55% · ↝ NW 7 km/h
Tomorrow02:00☁23°Mostly cloudy☂ 35% · ↝ SW 4 km/h
Tomorrow05:00☁22°Mostly cloudy☂ 35% · ↝ SW 5 km/h
Tomorrow08:00☁22°High cloud☂ 30% · ↝ NW 5 km/h
Tomorrow11:00☁23°High cloud☂ 30% · ↝ NE 9 km/h
Tomorrow14:00☁24°High cloud☂ 40% · ↝ NE 12 km/h
Tomorrow17:00◐23°Partly cloudy☂ 40% · ↝ NE 10 km/h
Tomorrow20:00☂23°Sunny intervals with light rain☂ 50% · ↝ W 5 km/h
Tomorrow23:00☂22°Cloudy with light rain☂ 50% · ↝ W 5 km/h
Friday 1302:00◐21°Partly cloudy · ↝ W 5 km/h
Friday 1305:00◐21°Partly cloudy · ↝ W 5 km/h

Today’s weather

At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of mist and a forecast temperature of 25 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 25 °C, 95% chance of rain and wind E at 3 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 25 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.

Next days

Today

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Overcast with light rain

Low 23°High 26°
MorningOvercast with light rainAfternoonMist
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 31 km/h Gusts 63 km/h Humidity 73–82% ◉ Water 25° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Tomorrow

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High cloud

Low 22°High 24°
MorningHigh cloudAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 50% ↝ NE · 9 km/h Gusts 26 km/h Humidity 58–83% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Friday 13

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Partly cloudy

Low 21°High 22°
☂ Rain 100% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Gusts 10 km/h Humidity 65–68% ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09

Saturday 14

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Cloudy with light rain

Low 18°High 23°
☂ Rain 90% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Humidity 60–70% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29

Water health

Water quality

NÁYADE source
Latest available test19/10/2026NÁYADE · Ministerio de Sanidad · ES70700037M38037A1
E. coli1 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
19/10/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
21/09/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
24/08/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
27/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
13/07/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
15/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
01/06/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
04/05/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
06/04/2026Suitable for bathing9 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/03/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
23/02/2026Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
26/01/2026Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
10/11/2025Suitable for bathing4 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
13/10/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
22/09/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
25/08/2025Suitable for bathing18 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
28/07/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/07/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/06/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL8 UFC/100 mL
02/06/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
05/05/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
07/04/2025Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
10/03/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
17/02/2025Suitable for bathing1 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
20/01/2025Suitable for bathing2 UFC/100 mL2 UFC/100 mL
11/11/2024Suitable for bathing5 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
14/10/2024Suitable for bathing12 UFC/100 mL3 UFC/100 mL
16/09/2024Suitable for bathing7 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
19/08/2024Suitable for bathing3 UFC/100 mL1 UFC/100 mL
22/07/2024Suitable for bathing3 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 EEA

A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.

Water quality

The latest microbiological sample was taken on 19/10/2026. 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 Santa Cruz de La Palma is a recently constructed urban beach with 1,230 metres of dark sand and pebbles. The seafront promenade, calm waters and width of 50 metres create a broad, lightly visited space integrated into the city. It is easily reached on foot or by car, with more than 100 parking spaces. Practical services include toilets, showers, foot-washing facilities, food services, a tourist office and a rescue service.

Length1,230 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width50 mPublished average width
CompositionSand / CobblesPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade

Available facilities

Facilities

Only facilities published as available are shown
WC
Showers
Foot showers
Bins
Cleaning service
Tourist information
Food and drink

Facilities and comfort

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

Access and safety

Accessibility and safety

Accessibility and transport

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ParkingMore than 100 spaces
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BusPublic transport

Safety and assistance

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Lifeguards2026-09-01 to 2026-12-31 · Monday to Sunday · 11:30-17:30 · Emergency number 112
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First aidPublished first-aid post
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Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
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Nearest health facilityHospital General de La Palma · 12 km

Access and accessibility

Travel options include parking and a bus connection.

Location

Directions

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