Andalusia (Cabo de Gata / Carboneras), Spain • Alboran Sea (Mediterranean)

Playa de los Muertos

A straight 1-kilometer strand of tiny white pebbles and intense cobalt water, crowned by the massive volcanic monolith Peñón del Medio.

Playa de los Muertos in Andalusia (Cabo de Gata / Carboneras), Spain

Photo: Josef Papi (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • The water is famously the clearest in Andalusia, resembling a giant natural swimming pool
  • The 15-minute hike down the volcanic cliff path requires sneakers or sturdy sandals
  • Steep drop-off into deep water within 3 meters of shore; take care with children

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 24.4°C (Peak Air: 31°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 18.5°C · Jun: 21.6°C · Jul: 23.8°C · Aug: 24.4°C · Sep: 23.1°C · Oct: 20.6°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Deep Water
Water Clarity Deep Azure (Clarity: 4.5/5 • Scenery: 4.6/5)
Daily Cost Guide €28/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 36.9556°N, -1.8972°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Spain Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Designated / Tolerated
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: None
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Seasonal Duty
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Andalusia (Cabo de Gata / Carboneras), Spain.

Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de los Muertos

What is the water temperature at Playa de los Muertos?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa de los Muertos averages 24.4°C (76°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Playa de los Muertos?

Playa de los Muertos is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Andalusia (Cabo de Gata / Carboneras), Spain.

Is Playa de los Muertos good for families with kids?

Playa de los Muertos has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Playa de los Muertos?

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

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