Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain

Playa del Medio

Playa del Medio, also known as Popcorn Beach, is a picturesque beach located in Corralejo.

The beach is renowned for its unique sand, which resembles popcorn, earning it the nickname 'Rodholidos'.

Discover accommodation options near Playa del Medio, where you can relax by the unique popcorn-like sand and enjoy the stunning views.

The beach offers a beautiful landscape with clear water, making it a popular spot for visitors to relax and enjoy the view.

What to do at Playa del Medio?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Playa del Medio include Poco Loco Grill - Restaurant Corralejo Fuerteventura, Sweet Surf Bar, Restaurante La Tasca, La Galera Restaurante, Restaurante Alma, Restaurante El Pescador and Restaurant Steak House Casco Viejo.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty of the beach and its unique popcorn-like sands as the most appealing features. They also appreciate the clear water and the overall landscape. There were no significant complaints mentioned in the reviews.

Where to Stay near Playa del Medio?

Visitors to Playa del Medio, also known as Popcorn Beach, typically stay in the nearby town of Corralejo, which offers a variety of accommodation options ranging from budget hostels to luxury resorts. Many visitors include Playa del Medio as part of their broader itinerary to explore the natural beauty and unique landscapes of Fuerteventura.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Playa del Medio?

Latitude: 28.733129 / Longitude: -13.8649244

Playa del Medio is located in Fuerteventura. The following map of Playa del Medio shows the exact location.

Playa del Medio: Weather Today

📅 Saturday, October 25, 2025
It's shaping up to be a pleasant day at Playa del Medio. The air temperature will reach 25.2 °C, ideal for enjoying the beach. Expect some clouds, but plenty of sunshine too. The sea temperature is a comfortable 22.7 °C, with gentle waves. The UV index will be high at 6.3, so be sure to apply sunscreen. The wind will be moderate, so it should be comfortable for sunbathing and other beach activities.
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Air

Low / High19.8°C/25.2°C
Feels Like (High)27.1°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature22.7 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance14%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset08:03/19:16
Sunshine Hours9.9 hrs
UV Index6.3
Cloud Cover32%
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Wind

Speed15.5 km/h
Gusts26.3 km/h
DirectionW

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