#432 European Rank
Playa de Cofete
Jandia, Fuerteventura, Spain•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Norbert Nagel (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.46/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
22.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€43/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Jandia, Fuerteventura · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
19.1°C
Air 23°C
Feb
18.5°C
Air 24°C
Mar
18.5°C
Air 26°C
Apr
18.9°C
Air 29°C
May
19.8°C
Air 32°C
Jun
21.0°C
Air 35°C
Jul
21.7°C
Air 37°C
Aug
22.5°C
Air 37°C
Peak
Sep
23.0°C
Air 35°C
Oct
22.9°C
Air 32°C
Nov
21.7°C
Air 28°C
Dec
20.3°C
Air 25°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 15 Jun – 30 Nov (>21°C) · 168 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Playa de Cofete
A vast, untamed 12-kilometre strand beneath brooding mountains, reached only by a rough dirt track.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached via a winding 18 km unpaved mountain dirt track across the Jandía peninsula ridge from Morro Jable
•Protected Status / Environment: Parque Natural de Jandía (Special Protection Area / Natura 2000)
•Notable Feature: 12-14 km long wild, windswept golden strand beneath the 800m peaks of the Jandía massif, near the historic Villa Winter
Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Jandia, Fuerteventura. Accessible via regional coastal roads (28.110°N, -14.388°E).
•Dangerous currents, not for swimming.
•A 12km beach below the towering Jandia massif.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Jandia, Fuerteventura, Spain.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de Cofete
What is the water temperature at Playa de Cofete?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa de Cofete averages 22.5°C (73°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Playa de Cofete?
Playa de Cofete is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Jandia, Fuerteventura, Spain.
Is Playa de Cofete good for families with kids?
Playa de Cofete has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at Playa de Cofete?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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