Playa del Pris

Water quality, official measurements, discharges and incidents in Tacoronte, Tenerife.

Historical profile
Moderate81 / 100

Last official sample:

Several elevated official microbiological results during the last 24 months have reduced the historical profile.

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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Sea pool and rocky shore at El Pris, Tacoronte
Field view · Playa del PrisWikimedia Commons · Noemi M.M. · CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab)

View official analyses, annual classification, incidents and nearby discharges related to Playa del Pris.

Latest official test
15 days ago
E. coli
9
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
30
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
978 m
UnauthorisedRelevant pressure factor
Latest official status
Open

Current beach state published by Gobierno de Canarias: APTA PARA EL BAÑO

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.

Moderate81 / 100

Last official sample:

Several elevated official microbiological results during the last 24 months have reduced the historical profile.

Official data

Latest official measurements

Measurement age visible · Not real time
Period
DateSampling pointE. coliEnterococciOfficial statusSourceDate retrievedLast official update
7 Sept 2026CENTRO9 MPN / 100 ml30 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing21 Sept 202621 Sept 2026
24 Aug 2026CENTRO9 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
10 Aug 2026CENTRO9 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
20 Jul 2026CENTRO9 MPN / 100 ml29 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
6 Jul 2026CENTRO29 MPN / 100 ml9 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Sample evolution

Recent microbiological measurements

CENTRO

25 May 2026–7 Sept 2026 · Official samples

E. coliEnterococci
Period

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

Beaches near Playa del Pris

Frequently asked questions

What is the water quality at Playa del Pris?

The official annual classification for Playa del Pris is “Excellent”, while MiCharco’s historical profile is “Moderate”. 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 del Pris was taken on 7 Sept 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 7 Sept 2026, E. coli measured 9 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 30 UFC/100 ml. These are values from that specific sample, not a measurement of today.

Are there registered discharges near Playa del Pris?

According to the official land-to-sea discharge census, the nearest registered point is 978 m from Playa del Pris. 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 del Pris?

No published incidents, closures or official notices about Playa del Pris 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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