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Pájara · Las Palmas
Playa de Sotavento
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
1,100 mSand
Daily high28 °CUV8High tide13:24Low tide19:33JellyfishNo 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 wind19 km/h · 42°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 mostly cloudy and a forecast temperature of 27 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 27 °C, 40% chance of rain and wind NE at 17 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
Overcast
Low 24°High 28°
☂ Rain 55% ↝ E · 16 km/h Gusts 35 km/h Humidity 35–81% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Clear
Low 22°High 27°
MorningClearAfternoonPartly cloudy
☂ Rain 15% ↝ E · 14 km/h Gusts 39 km/h Humidity 44–81% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Clear
Low 21°High 24°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ SE · 5 km/h Gusts 25 km/h Humidity 58–84% ☀ UV 8
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Clear
Low 21°High 30°
☂ Rain 0% ↝ N · 5 km/h Humidity 40–75% ☀ 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 Sotavento, also known as Jandía and Costa Calma, is a long golden beach measuring 1,100 metres by 30 metres wide. Its semi-urban character contrasts with the setting of a Site of Scientific Interest, while stated visitor numbers are low. The listing describes calm waters and usual wind, and also records nudism. It is easily reached on foot and by bus via the Morro Jable route, with parking and access for disabled people. Practical facilities include toilets, food and sun lounger and parasol hire.
Length1,100 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width30 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeGoldenPublished texture or colour
SettingSemi-urbanLevel of development
Coastal settingSemi-urbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicProtected area
Available characteristicNaturism
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies a sports area, a surfing area, diving, water-sports hire and the nearby Puerto de Morro Jable marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingNear the beach
BusRoute Route M.Jable
Safety and assistance
LifeguardsEmergency number 112
First aidPublished first-aid post
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital General de Fuerteventura · 73 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking and a bus connection.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
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