Arenas Blancas — El Hierro

Arenas Blancas

Not recommended

Rain is expected in the selected period. Rough sea, with waves up to 1.5 m.

AURA Score
5.4

Morning

5.4

Not recommended

Afternoon

5.5

Not recommended

Hourly cloud cover trend

2%08
15%rain likely10
36%rain likely12
30%rain likely14
30%rain likely16
20%rain likely18
20%light20

Hourly wind trend

🏖️ spiaggia1 km/h081 km/h104 km/h↑20 km/h127 km/h↑20 km/h147 km/h↑20 km/h165 km/h↑19 km/h183 km/h20

Tide

Almost steadyAmong today’s lowest levels

-0.74 m relative to the predicted mean sea level.

LowMidHigh0.33 m-0.74 m

This is a broad-scale marine estimate for comparing times, not a precise shoreline water level.

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About the beach

Frontera · El Hierro

Arenas Blancas is a unique feature on El Hierro’s west coast: patches of light-colored sand appear amidst the rocks, contrasting with the island's volcanic landscape. Located in the municipality of Frontera, it should not be confused with other places sharing the same name. It is primarily a scenic stop for observing the coastline and its geological features. The sea can be rough and the rocky shore requires caution; this is not a bay set up for easy swimming.

Dangerous beachModerate wavesWildSunset over the sea

Beach features

  • Sand: sand and rocks — Mix of sand and rocks, with varied access to the sea.
  • Exposure: West — spectacular sunsets over the sea

Beach characteristics, including child suitability, accessibility and services, are indicative and may change. Always verify locally.

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Today
Satellite view of the coast around the beach
Waves · NNW1.2 m · 10 sWind · WSW6 km/h · gusts 20 km/hNESWSatellite imagery © Esri

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Verified on 9 Sept 2026 · Sources: Catálogo General de Playas y Zonas de Baño de Canarias, Gobierno de Canarias / GESPLAN