#682 European Rank

Praia de Carnota

Carnota, Galicia, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

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EDITORIAL SCORE

4.07/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

17°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€40/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Carnota, Galicia · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Refreshing Plunge

Jan

13.7°C

Air 16°C

Feb

13.2°C

Air 17°C

Mar

13.2°C

Air 19°C

Apr

13.8°C

Air 22°C

May

14.9°C

Air 25°C

Jun

16.1°C

Air 28°C

Jul

16.7°C

Air 30°C

Peak

Aug

17.0°C

Air 30°C

Sep

16.6°C

Air 28°C

Oct

16.3°C

Air 25°C

Nov

15.4°C

Air 21°C

Dec

14.4°C

Air 18°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Peak 17.0°C in August · cold-water plunge / wetsuit season

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 Praia de Carnota

A wild seven-kilometre arc of sand, dunes and tidal marsh beneath the green hills of the Costa da Morte. Galicia's longest beach.

Destination Advisory & Classificationcold-water destination (17.0°C peak) — aesthetic/scenic ranking rather than warm swimming

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Multiple coastal access points off the AC-550 in Carnota (A Coruña) with parking and wooden boardwalks.

•Protected Status / Environment: Part of the Natura 2000 network (ZEC Carnota-Monte Pindo) with intertidal marshes and dunes.

•Notable Feature: Longest beach in Galicia (>7km) featuring pristine crescent sands beneath granite massif Monte Pindo.

Official Tourism Authorities:turismo.gal spain.info

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Showers

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Dog Friendly

Yes

Lifeguard on Duty

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Carnota, Galicia. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.822°N, -9.093°E).

•Cold and lively with Atlantic currents.

•Galicia's longest beach, a wild seven-kilometre sweep of sand, dunes and marsh.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Carnota, Galicia, Spain.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Praia de Carnota

What is the water temperature at Praia de Carnota?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Praia de Carnota averages 17°C (63°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Praia de Carnota?

Praia de Carnota is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Carnota, Galicia, Spain.

Is Praia de Carnota good for families with kids?

Praia de Carnota has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Praia de Carnota?

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

Getting Around & Activities

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Boat Tours & Excursions

from €49

Boat trips & guided activities along the coast.

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Airport & Port Transfers

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Private transfers with airport meet-and-greet.

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