Playa Punta Larga

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

Historical profile
Historical water qualityModerate89 / 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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Location map of Playa Punta Larga on the Candelaria coastline
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View official analyses, annual classification, incidents and nearby discharges related to Playa Punta Larga.

Latest official test
37 days ago
E. coli
23
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Enterococci
29
MPN / 100 mlBelow EU ‘Excellent’ reference value
Nearest discharge
193 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.

Official data

Latest official measurements

Measurement age visible · Not real time
Sampling point
Period
DateSampling pointE. coliEnterococciOfficial statusSourceDate retrievedLast official update
30 Sept 2026CENTRO DERECHA23 MPN / 100 ml29 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing1 Nov 20261 Nov 2026
21 Sept 2026CENTRO DERECHA29 MPN / 100 ml2 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing6 Oct 20266 Oct 2026
7 Sept 2026CENTRO DERECHA29 MPN / 100 ml29 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing29 Sept 202629 Sept 2026
24 Aug 2026CENTRO DERECHA30 MPN / 100 ml90 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026
10 Aug 2026CENTRO DERECHA30 MPN / 100 ml60 MPN / 100 mlSuitable for bathing17 Sept 202617 Sept 2026

Sample evolution

Recent microbiological measurements

CENTRO DERECHA

28 May 2026–30 Sept 2026 · Official samples

E. coliEnterococci
Sampling point
Period

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the water quality at Playa Punta Larga?

The official annual classification for Playa Punta Larga 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 Punta Larga was taken on 30 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 30 Sept 2026, E. coli measured 23 UFC/100 ml and intestinal enterococci 29 UFC/100 ml. These are values from that specific sample, not a measurement of today.

Are there registered discharges near Playa Punta Larga?

According to the official land-to-sea discharge census, the nearest registered point is 193 m from Playa Punta Larga. 12 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 Punta Larga?

No published incidents, closures or official notices about Playa Punta Larga 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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