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

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today at Playa del Medio promises to be a mixed bag, making it an average day for those looking to lounge by the shore. While the air temperature will reach 27.2 °C and the water is a pleasant 23.2 °C, the beach experience will be dominated by strong, persistent winds. These gusts will likely make sand-blasting an annoyance and could make relaxing on a towel quite difficult. With a high UV Index of 8.9, protection is absolutely essential even through the passing clouds. Additionally, the waves are quite energetic, reaching 1.7 m, which may create challenging conditions for casual swimmers. If you do head out, keep a close eye on your belongings and expect a very breezy time in the sun.
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Air

Low / High21.1°C/27.2°C
Feels Like (High)27.5°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.2 °C
Wave Height1.7 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:12/20:51
Sunshine Hours12.4 hrs
UV Index8.9
Cloud Cover29%
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Wind

Speed30.4 km/h
Gusts55.8 km/h
DirectionN

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