Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa San Juan

Playa San Juan is a beautiful beach known for its large waves, making it a paradise for surfers. The beach's natural characteristics include a rocky and stony terrain, which may not be ideal for swimmers.

Discover places to stay near Playa San Juan and enjoy the thrill of its famous surfing waves.

Despite its beauty, Playa San Juan is noted to be difficult to access. As for amenities, the area surrounding the beach offers good restaurants and ice cream parlors. However, potential visitors should be aware that parking facilities may not be up to par.

What to do at Playa San Juan?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the place and the big waves, making it a paradise for surfers. However, the beach's rocky terrain makes it less suitable for swimmers and it is noted to be difficult to access. Complaints mainly focus on the poor parking facilities.

Where to Stay near Playa San Juan?

If you’re planning a trip to Playa San Juan, consider staying in the nearby town of Guia de Isora, known for its charming accommodations and proximity to the beach. Most visitors also explore the surrounding areas such as Costa Adeje and Los Gigantes, which offer a wider range of hotels and easy access to various attractions.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa San Juan?

Latitude: 28.5562903 / Longitude: -16.3414677

Playa San Juan is located in Tenerife. The following map of Playa San Juan shows the exact location.

Playa San Juan: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is a mediocre day for a relaxing trip to the beach, as conditions are quite unsettled. While the air temperature reaches 22.6 °C, the sea remains chilly at 19.8 °C, making it unsuitable for swimming. You will experience a mix of sunshine and passing clouds throughout the day, but please be aware that the UV Index is 8, so remember to protect your skin. The most significant drawback today is the rough state of the water, with high waves crashing against the shore, and a noticeable breeze that can feel quite strong at times. Overall, it is better suited for a walk along the coast rather than a comfortable day spent lounging on the sand or entering the water.
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Air

Low / High15.9°C/22.6°C
Feels Like (High)24.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature19.8 °C
Wave Height2.0 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:30/20:35
Sunshine Hours12.0 hrs
UV Index8
Cloud Cover36%
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Wind

Speed13.3 km/h
Gusts33.5 km/h
DirectionN

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