Playa de las Gaviotas

Water quality, official measurements, discharges and incidents in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife.

Historical profile
Good94 / 100

Last official sample:

The available official measurements support a strong overall historical profile over the last 24 months.

This score summarises the available official bathing-water history using MiCharco’s methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.

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Photograph of Playa de Las Gaviotas in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife
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View official analyses, annual classification, incidents and nearby discharges related to Playa de las Gaviotas.

Latest official test
120 days ago
E. coli
3
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
10
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
2.6 km
AuthorisedRelevant pressure factor
Latest official status
Closed

Current beach state published by Gobierno de Canarias: PLAYA CERRADA

Reason: Access cut off due to works

This closure is unrelated to water quality.

Latest official water analysis: 25 May 2026

Incidents · 30 days
None recorded
Annual quality
Excellent
Historical context

Latest recorded incidents

Recorded water-quality incidents and official notices.

No recent recorded incidents.

Historical context

Historical profile

This score summarises the available official bathing-water history using MiCharco’s methodology. It does not represent real-time water conditions.

Good94 / 100

Last official sample:

The available official measurements support a strong overall historical profile over the last 24 months.

Official data

Latest official measurements

Measurement age visible · Not real time
Period
DateSampling pointE. coliEnterococciOfficial statusSourceDate retrievedLast official update
25 May 2026CENTRO3 MPN / 100 ml10 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing21 Sept 202621 Sept 2026

Sample evolution

Recent microbiological measurements

CENTRO

25 May 2026 · Official sample

E. coliEnterococci
Period

Recent official bathing-water samples. Lower values generally indicate lower levels of faecal indicator bacteria.

Beaches near Playa de las Gaviotas

Frequently asked questions

What is the water quality at Playa de las Gaviotas?

The official annual classification for Playa de las Gaviotas is “Excellent”, while MiCharco’s historical profile is “Good”. MiCharco’s profile is based on the available official microbiological measurements and relevant recorded context. They use different methodologies and time frames; neither represents real-time water conditions.

When was the latest official sample taken?

The most recent official sample available for Playa de las Gaviotas was taken on 25 May 2026. Bathing-water sampling is not daily; every sample is shown with its own date.

What were the latest E. coli and enterococci values?

In the official sample of 25 May 2026, E. coli measured 3 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 10 UFC/100 ml. These are values from that specific sample, not a measurement of today.

Are there registered discharges near Playa de las Gaviotas?

According to the official land-to-sea discharge census, the nearest registered point is 2.6 km from Playa de las Gaviotas. 2 registered points within 3 km is shown as contextual pressure and does not affect the historical profile. A registered discharge does not in itself imply a water-quality problem.

Have there been recent closures or incidents at Playa de las Gaviotas?

No published incidents, closures or official notices about Playa de las Gaviotas were found in the monitored sources.

Where does MiCharco's data come from?

From official sources: the Government of the Canary Islands bathing-water sampling, NÁYADE information where applicable, the official land-to-sea discharge census and communications from local administrations. Every record links to the original source.

Does MiCharco's data say whether I can swim today?

Not necessarily. An official sample may have been taken days or weeks earlier, and a good past sample does not guarantee today's conditions. For current restrictions, always check official notices and on-site signage.

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