Beach Weather in El Cotillo, La Oliva, Spain

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Beach Weather Today in El Cotillo

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 46%.

The winds will be side shore and strong at 34kmh from the North. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

El Cotillo faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:01 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 62% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in El Cotillo

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.1mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

EL COTILLO - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 17° 18° 19° 19° 18°
74% 39% 25% 32% 58% 56% 62% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 19°
12% 82% 54% 83% 0% 66% 67% 69%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 18° 18° 18° 18°
56% 76% 82% 71% 82% 31% 60% 91%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 17° 17° 18° 18° 18°
80% 85% 89% 78% 83% 9% 21% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 17° 17° 18° 18° 18° 18°
3% 17% 53% 43% 34% 78% 35% 7%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 17° 17° 17° 18° 18° 18° 18°
8% 12% 15% 20% 9% 2% 3% 21%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
24% 62% 69% 61% 63% 70% 61% 78%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 18th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
34
kmh
32
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
23
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
24
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.7m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
13.0s 12.8s 12.1s 11.9s 11.8s 12.3s 12.2s 21.2s
Fri 19th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
24
kmh
34
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
0.7m
19.4s 18.7s 17.5s 17.3s 16.0s 15.7s 15.0s 14.5s
Sat 20th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
33
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
33
kmh
27
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
14.7s 14.9s 14.6s 14.3s 14.0s 16.9s 16.3s 16.0s
Sun 21st December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
22
kmh
10
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
1.5m
1.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
15.8s 15.6s 15.0s 14.4s 14.4s 14.8s 15.8s 15.5s
Mon 22nd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.6m
0.3m
0.1m
0.1m
0.4m
0.3m
14.9s 14.6s 14.5s 14.5s 14.7s 17.0s 15.8s 15.8s
Tue 23rd December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
6
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.4m
15.9s 15.9s 15.6s 14.9s 14.5s 14.3s 14.1s 13.3s
Wed 24th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
23
kmh
19
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
0.3m
1.3m
0.9m
0.7m
0.8m
1.2m
1.3m
1.6m
13.1s 13.0s 12.9s 12.5s 12.3s 12.0s 11.7s 11.1s
Thu 18th December
12:09 AM 6:19 AM 12:28 PM 6:26 PM
1.76 0.14 1.66 0.10
Fri 19th December
12:44 AM 6:55 AM 1:04 PM 6:59 PM
1.84 0.07 1.69 0.06
Sat 20th December
1:17 AM 7:29 AM 1:38 PM 7:33 PM
1.90 0.02 1.71 0.04
Sun 21st December
1:51 AM 8:04 AM 2:12 PM 8:06 PM
1.94 -0.01 1.72 0.04
Mon 22nd December
2:25 AM 8:39 AM 2:48 PM 8:41 PM
1.96 -0.02 1.70 0.05
Tue 23rd December
3:01 AM 9:16 AM 3:26 PM 9:19 PM
1.95 -0.01 1.67 0.09
Wed 24th December
3:40 AM 9:55 AM 4:07 PM 10:00 PM
1.91 0.03 1.63 0.15
Thu 18th December
19°
0.0mm
24kmh N
46%
Fri 19th December
19°
0.1mm
17kmh N
54%
Sat 20th December
18°
0.1mm
34kmh NNE
68%
Sun 21st December
18°
0.0mm
13kmh N
55%
Mon 22nd December
18°
0.1mm
9kmh NNW
33%
Tue 23rd December
18°
0.0mm
8kmh WNW
11%
Wed 24th December
19°
0.4mm
22kmh WNW
61%
Thu 25th December
18°
0.3mm
28kmh NNE
55%
Fri 26th December
18°
0.0mm
24kmh NNE
41%
Sat 27th December
19°
0.1mm
26kmh NNE
70%
Sun 28th December
19°
0.0mm
28kmh N
57%
Mon 29th December
18°
0.0mm
37kmh N
46%
Tue 30th December
18°
0.0mm
32kmh NNE
66%
Wed 31st December
17°
0.0mm
14kmh NNE
64%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in El Cotillo don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at El Cotillo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain

A holiday at the beach in El Cotillo, La Oliva, Fuerteventura is a perfect way to enjoy the beauty of the Canary Islands in Spain. Known for its stunning coastline and crystal-clear waters, El Cotillo offers an idyllic escape for those seeking relaxation and adventure.

Beach Type

El Cotillo features a mix of beach types, ranging from powdery white sand to coarse sand and pebbles. The beaches are also known for their rocky areas and natural reefs, which make them perfect for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The fish and marine life in these areas are attracted to the rocks and reefs, making it an ideal spot for exploring underwater wonders.

Beach Activities

There's no shortage of beach activities to enjoy at El Cotillo. Some popular choices include:

  • Surfing: With consistent waves throughout the year, El Cotillo is a popular destination for surfers of all levels.
  • Snorkeling and diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas and natural reefs provide excellent opportunities to explore marine life.
  • Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP): The calm waters around some parts of El Cotillo make it ideal for SUP enthusiasts.
  • Kiteboarding: The strong winds that often blow through the area create perfect conditions for kiteboarding.
  • Fishing: The abundant marine life around El Cotillo makes it an excellent spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Accommodations

While there may not be many large beach resorts in El Cotillo, there are still plenty of accommodation options available. Some popular choices include:

  • Laif Hotel: A stylish boutique hotel offering modern amenities and stunning views of the ocean.
  • Hotel Boutique La Marquesina: Located close to the beach, this charming hotel features comfortable rooms with private terraces.
  • Soul Surfer Hotel: A budget-friendly option that caters specifically to surfers with equipment storage facilities.

Areas to Stay In

When choosing where to stay in El Cotillo, consider the following areas:

  • El Cotillo town: Staying in the heart of El Cotillo provides easy access to restaurants, bars, and shops. It's also a short walk to several beautiful beaches.
  • Los Lagos: This area is known for its calm and shallow waters, making it perfect for families with young children or those looking to enjoy water sports like paddleboarding.
  • Piedra Playa: This area is popular with surfers due to its consistent waves and close proximity to surfing spots.

Beach Amenities

El Cotillo beach offers a range of amenities for visitors to enjoy:

  • Sunbeds and parasols available for rent
  • Beachside bars and restaurants
  • Public restrooms
  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Parking spaces near the beach
  • Surf schools and equipment rental shops

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