Playa del Moro (Alzada) in Fuerteventura (Corralejo Natural Park / La Oliva), Canary Islands, Spain
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Playa del Moro (Alzada)

Fuerteventura (Corralejo Natural Park / La Oliva), Canary Islands, Spain•Atlantic Ocean• Best Season: All Year, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
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EDITORIAL SCORE
4.70/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
22.8°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€35/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Fuerteventura (Corralejo Natural Park / La Oliva), Canary Islands, Spain · NOAA satellite data
Swipe 12 months ⇄
Ideal Swimming
Jan
18.8°C
Air 13°C
Feb
18.2°C
Air 14°C
Mar
18.0°C
Air 16°C
Apr
18.8°C
Air 19°C
May
19.5°C
Air 22°C
Jun
20.8°C
Air 25°C
Jul
22.0°C
Air 27°C
Aug
22.8°C
Air 27°C
Peak
Sep
23.2°C
Air 25°C
Oct
22.5°C
Air 22°C
Nov
21.0°C
Air 18°C
Dec
19.5°C
Air 15°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 20 Jun – 15 Nov (>21°C) · 148 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.8 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Playa del Moro (Alzada)

Spanning the untamed dunes of Corralejo Natural Park in northern Fuerteventura, Playa del Moro (also known as Playa Alzada) features expansive golden shell-sand and turquoise Atlantic breaks with panoramic views across the strait to the island of Los Lobos.

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms
No
Showers
No
Free Parking
Yes
Food / Tavernas
No
Good for Kids
Yes
Dog Friendly
No
Lifeguard on Duty
Yes
Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals
No
Natural Cliff/Pine Shade
No
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Snorkeling & Watersports
Yes
Nudist / FKK Friendly
No

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

From Corralejo, drive 5 minutes south along the FV-104 road through the dunes; park in designated roadside bays.

•The sand dunes behind the beach offer incredible photo opportunities, especially during golden hour
•Ideal for bodyboarding and surfing when moderate Atlantic swell rolls in; check lifeguard flags
•Build a natural volcanic stone circular windbreak (corralito) to shelter from trade winds

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

TFS · 25m drive

20-30 min transfer from Tenerife South (TFS).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa del Moro (Alzada)

What is the water temperature at Playa del Moro (Alzada)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa del Moro (Alzada) averages 22.5°C (73°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Playa del Moro (Alzada)?

Playa del Moro (Alzada) is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Fuerteventura (Corralejo Natural Park / La Oliva), Canary Islands, Spain.

Is Playa del Moro (Alzada) good for families with kids?

Yes, Playa del Moro (Alzada) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Playa del Moro (Alzada)?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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