Corralejo
A harbor town on the edge of Fuerteventura's protected white dunes, where you go for wind sports, boat trips to Lobos and a ferry to Lanzarote.
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Corralejo is a harbor town on the northern tip of Fuerteventura, the second-largest of Spain's Canary Islands, off the northwest coast of Africa. Most people come for the Corralejo Dunes Natural Park, a protected area of pale sand that reaches the edge of town. Boats leave the harbor for Isla de Lobos, a small island with its own natural park, and ferries cross to Lanzarote.
Corralejo suits beach days, wind sports and a base for island trips. Trade winds blow for much of the year, which draws kitesurfers and windsurfers, and the weather stays warm. Summer brings the strongest winds, so spring and autumn suit a calmer stay. The dunes are protected, so walk marked paths and leave sand, shells and plants where they are. Three to four days covers the dunes, a Lobos boat trip and a day trip to Lanzarote.
Corralejo in five
- Walk the dunes earlyThe Corralejo Natural Park dunes sit next to the road south of town. Morning light is softer, and car parks fill by late morning at peak times.
- Check Isla de Lobos access firstSmall boats cross to Lobos from the harbor. The island has visitor rules, so check the current access requirements and timetable before booking the trip.
- Choose the wind season you wantThe north is the island's windiest part, which suits kite and windsurf lessons. Light-wind days are easier for beginners and families, so ask schools about conditions.El Cotillo
- Day-trip to Lanzarote by ferryFerries run from Corralejo to Playa Blanca on Lanzarote on several daily crossings. Check the timetable and bring ID.Playa Blanca
- Plan the drive from the airportFuerteventura Airport is about 35 minutes away by car. A rental car is useful for the west coast and for Morro Jable in the south.Compare rental cars
Need to know
- Airport
- Fuerteventura (FUE), about 35 minutes by car
- Getting there
- Fly to Fuerteventura; bus or car north
- Getting around
- Car for beaches; buses link Corralejo and the island's towns
- Best base
- Corralejo town or a quieter spot on the dunes' edge
- Time needed
- 3 to 5 days for dunes, boats and a west-coast day
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- JanuaryClear1 rainy dayHigh20°Low17°Mild, windyJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 5 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, windy
- FebruaryClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low17°Mild, windyFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 14 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, windy
- MarchClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low17°Spring sunMarchClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 9 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring sun
- AprilClear2 rainy daysHigh21°Low18°Easter, sunnyAprilClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 8 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Easter, sunny
- MayClear1 rainy dayHigh22°Low18°Warm, windyMayClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 3 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, windy
- JuneClear0 rainy daysHigh23°Low20°Wind sportsJuneClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wind sports
- JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh24°Low21°Wind sportsJulyClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wind sports
- AugustClear0 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Hot, busyAugustClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- SeptemberClear1 rainy dayHigh25°Low22°Warm seaSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 5 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- OctoberClear2 rainy daysHigh24°Low21°MildOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 12 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild
- NovemberClear3 rainy daysHigh23°Low20°MildNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 12 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild
- DecemberClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low18°Mild, sunnyDecemberClear
Good
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 11 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, sunny
Average daily high and low in Corralejo, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Corralejo
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 23°
- Humidity
- 80%
- Wind
- 14 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 13%
Corralejo
08:46 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today25°21°13%Monday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 13%.
- Tue26°19°25%Tuesday: Rain. High 26°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 25%.
- Wed25°19°3%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Thu25°19°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 25°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri24°19°0%Friday: Cloudy. High 24°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat26°20°0%Saturday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sun27°21°15%Sunday: Cloudy. High 27°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 15%.
Updated 06:17 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
- Isla de Lobosabout 15 min by boatA small protected island with a lighthouse and calm lagoon.
- El Cotilloabout 30 min by carFishing village, lagoons and a lighthouse.Read the guide
- Lanzarote (Playa Blanca)about 35 min by ferryVolcano landscapes, best with an early crossing.Read the guide
Before you go to Corralejo
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Rules for Corralejo, checked
- The Canary Islands are part of Spain but sit outside the EU customs and VAT area. Ask Spanish customs (Agencia Tributaria) what you can bring in or take home.
- Non-EU travelers entering Spain may have fingerprints taken and a photo made under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check the European Commission's EES page for current rules.
- The Corralejo Dunes Natural Park is protected. Keep to marked paths and do not take sand, shells or plants. Ask at the park's visitor information for current limits.
- The emergency number across Spain, including the Canary Islands, is 112.
Plan around Corralejo
Entry rules, trains and regions across the country
Read the guideEl CotilloSurf lagoons and sunsets on the northwest coast
Read the guideMorro JableThe south end of the island, with a long beach
Read the guideLanzaroteVolcano landscapes across a short ferry hop
Read the guideCanary Islands guideHow the islands compare and when to go
Read the guideCorralejo FAQ
Is Corralejo worth visiting?
Yes if you want beach and wind sports. The dunes are among the island's best beaches, and the ferry links make it a good base for a Lanzarote day.
How many days do you need in Corralejo?
Three days covers the dunes, a boat to Lobos and a morning on the water. With five days you can add El Cotillo and a day to the south.
Is Corralejo or Morro Jable better?
Corralejo is livelier and closer to the water sports spots. Morro Jable is quieter, with a long beach and calmer days. Choose by whether you want wind or calm.
Can you visit Lanzarote from Corralejo?
Yes, by ferry to Playa Blanca in about 35 minutes. For a full day trip, take an early crossing and rent a car on the other side.
When is the best time to visit Corralejo?
Spring and autumn for mild days, and June to September for wind sports. Winter is mild but can be cloudy, and the wind is strong in the north most of the year.