The Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma is a notable beach situated in the municipality of Santa Cruz de la Palma. This beach is known for its unique black lava sand, which covers a wide expanse of the shoreline. The beach's central location in the heart of the town, as well as its proximity to the port, make it an easily accessible destination for both locals and tourists.
The beach offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its visitors. These include toilets, showers, and changing rooms that contribute to a comfortable day at the beach. To ensure the safety of all visitors, lifeguard services are also provided at the beach.
Despite its convenient location, the Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma is not usually overcrowded, particularly during the winter months. However, visitors should exercise caution as the beach is known to experience strong currents and large waves. While these conditions make the beach more suitable for paddling than for swimming or snorkeling, visitors may still have the opportunity to spot some marine life, such as fish and crabs, in the water.
Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma amenities include toilet and shower.
Visitor reviews highlight the unique black sand and convenient amenities such as toilets, showers, and changing rooms as the most appreciated features of the beach. Its proximity to the town center and the port also adds to its appeal. However, visitors express concerns about the strong currents and big waves, which limit activities like swimming and snorkeling.
Most visitors to Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma stay in Santa Cruz de la Palma, enjoying the convenience of accommodations within walking distance to the beach. The town is a popular base for exploring the island, with its historical charm and proximity to other attractions.
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Latitude: 28.6845775 / Longitude: -17.7621761
Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma is located in La Palma. The following map of Playa de Santa Cruz de La Palma shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 21.1°C/26.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 30.8°C |
| Sea Temperature | 23.4 °C |
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| Wave Height | 1.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:30/21:06 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 12.4 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.9 |
| Cloud Cover | 5% |
| Speed | 12 km/h |
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| Gusts | 23.8 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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