SkyOvercast with light rain
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria · Las Palmas
Playa de San Cristóbal
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
950 mCobbles
Daily high28 °CUV9High tide13:24Low tide19:32JellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
Swimming statusUnconfirmed swimming flagNo current data
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 · 343°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 with light rain and a forecast temperature of 28 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 28 °C, 80% chance of rain and wind N at 10 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 28 °C and a maximum UV index of 9.
Next days
Today
Overcast with light rain
Low 25°High 28°
☂ Rain 80% ↝ N · 7 km/h Gusts 38 km/h Humidity 38–75% ☀ UV 9
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Sunny intervals
Low 23°High 27°
MorningSunny intervalsAfternoonSunny intervals with light rain
☂ Rain 60% ↝ E · 6 km/h Gusts 27 km/h Humidity 53–71% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 23°High 25°
☂ Rain 30% ↝ SE · 10 km/h Gusts 13 km/h Humidity 53–61% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Sunny intervals
Low 23°High 28°
☂ Rain 10% ↝ NE · 10 km/h Humidity 50–75% ☀ UV 8
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Water health
Water quality
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa de San Cristóbal is a long urban shingle beach, 950 metres long and 28 metres wide, integrated into an urban coastal frontage. Its waters usually have moderate waves and listed occupancy is low. Access is easy on foot or by car from the GC-1, with urban bus route 12 and parking. Specific facilities recorded include access for people with reduced mobility, litter bins and food service, features typical of an urban coastal site.
Length950 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width28 mPublished average width
CompositionCobblesPredominant material
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on foot · By carPublished access options
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include bins and food and drink.
Activities
Published information identifies the nearby Club Náutico y Muelle deportivo de Las Palmas de G.C. marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingNear the beach
BusUrban bus, línea 12
Safety and assistance
Nearest health facilityHospital Universitario Insular de Las Palmas · 3 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from GC-1.
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 de San Cristóbal
1
Los BotesCalle Timonel 42, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
48 mapprox.
2
ChacaloteRestaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
66 mapprox.
3
Villa JosefaRestaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
88 mapprox.
4
El Atlante de San CristóbalRestaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
91 mapprox.
5
Restaurante Cofradía Marinera de San CristóbalRestaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
97 mapprox.
Drinks and cafés
near Playa de San Cristóbal
1
Nueva SalemaCafé in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
95 mapprox.
2
Párate BuenoCafé in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
285 mapprox.
3
Bar Cafetería Hnos. Lantigua e HijosCafé in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.1 kmapprox.
4
Pizcos 34Café in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.2 kmapprox.
5
De NaranjaCafé in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.2 kmapprox.
Where to stay
near Playa de San Cristóbal
1
Castle Sea ViewHostal en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
620 mapprox.
2
Casa TartagoCalle Compás 27, Triana
2 kmapprox.
3
Aminta HomeHotel in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.4 kmapprox.
4
La Casa de VeguetaHostal en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.4 kmapprox.
5
Eccohostel BettmarHostal en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
2.4 kmapprox.
Parking
near Playa de San CristóbalAbout 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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