Morro Jable
A beach resort on the Jandía peninsula in southern Fuerteventura, with a 4,325-meter golden beach, calm, clear water and ferries to Gran Canaria.
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Morro Jable is a locality in the municipality of Pájara, on Fuerteventura in Spain's Canary Islands. It sits on the eastern Sotavento coast of the Jandía peninsula, about 54 km south of Pájara, the municipal capital. The name came from Norman conquerors in the 15th century. Morro is the headland at the foot of which the fishing village grew, and jable means sand. Tourism has driven most of the town's growth in recent decades. Hotels, restaurants, nightlife and shops line the main avenue, which runs into the neighboring resort of Solana Matorral.
The main beach, Morro Jable or del Matorral, has golden sand, calm, clear water and a length of 4,325 meters. Las Coloradas, about 230 meters long and south of the pier, has dark sand and boulders. Two companies run ferries from the harbor to Gran Canaria. For a wilder stretch of coast, Cofete lies further south on the peninsula.
Morro Jable in five
- Fly into Fuerteventura and plan the transferThe airport is at Puerto del Rosario, about 1 to 1.5 hours by road from Morro Jable. Book a transfer, a rental car or a long bus ride before you land, because the journey is not short.
- Visit Cofete in a suitable vehicleThe wild beach of Cofete is reached over a long, unpaved track from the south. Check the road condition and your rental agreement first, and bring water and sun protection, as there is no shade.
- Walk the long promenade, not the main roadA promenade follows the town's long beach, with cafes and shops along it. The resort area spreads over several kilometers, so choose a hotel near the part you plan to use.
- Respect the wind and the seaFuerteventura is windy, which suits windsurfing and kitesurfing but can make beach days breezy. Check flags and lifeguard signs before swimming, as the Atlantic can be rough.
- Plan one island trip, not daily drivesDistances on the island are long, and the road north to Corralejo takes over an hour. Pick one day trip, and choose a base that suits your main plan.Corralejo
Things to do in Morro Jable
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Need to know
- Airport
- Fuerteventura (FUE), about 1–1.5 hours by road
- Getting there
- Direct flights to FUE; transfer, bus or rental car to Morro Jable
- Getting around
- On foot in town; car or taxi for Cofete and the island
- Best base
- Morro Jable for the beach; Costa Calma or Sotavento for wind sports
- Time needed
- 5 to 10 days as a beach holiday
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- JanuaryClear2 rainy daysHigh20°Low17°Winter sunJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Winter sun
- FebruaryClear3 rainy daysHigh20°Low16°Winter sun, windFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 16°
- Precipitation
- 11 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Winter sun, wind
- MarchClear2 rainy daysHigh20°Low17°Dry, windyMarchClear
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Dry, windy
- AprilClear2 rainy daysHigh21°Low17°Easter, warmAprilClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 7 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Easter, warm
- MayClear1 rainy dayHigh22°Low18°Warm, breezyMayClear
Best
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 2 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, breezy
- JuneClear0 rainy daysHigh23°Low20°Trade windsJuneClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Trade winds
- JulyClear0 rainy daysHigh25°Low20°Hot, windyJulyClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 0 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, windy
- AugustClear1 rainy dayHigh26°Low21°Hot, peakAugustClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, peak
- SeptemberClear1 rainy dayHigh25°Low21°Warm, sea warmSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 5 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, sea warm
- OctoberClear2 rainy daysHigh25°Low21°Warm, quietOctoberClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 8 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, quiet
- NovemberClear2 rainy daysHigh23°Low19°Mild, sunNovemberClear
Best
- High
- 23°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 8 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, sun
- DecemberClear2 rainy daysHigh21°Low18°Christmas, sunDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 10 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Christmas, sun
Average daily high and low in Morro Jable, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Morro Jable
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- 81%
- Wind
- 13 km/h
- Chance of rain
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Morro Jable
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- Today26°23°5%Monday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Tue26°22°8%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 8%.
- Wed25°22°3%Wednesday: Partly cloudy. High 25°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 3%.
- Thu26°22°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri26°22°0%Friday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat23°22°0%Saturday: Cloudy. High 23°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sun24°23°9%Sunday: Cloudy. High 24°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 9%.
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Day trips by train
- Cofete beachabout 45 min to 1 hour by trackA wild, windswept beach under the Jandía peaks, reached over a long unpaved road.
- Sotavento lagoonabout 25 min by roadA shallow lagoon popular for windsurfing and kitesurfing.
- Corralejoabout 1.5 hours by roadDunes in the north and ferries to Lobos and Lanzarote.Read the guide
Before you go to Morro Jable
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Rules for Morro Jable, checked
- Spain is in the Schengen Area, and so are the Canary Islands. Check your entry requirements on the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs site before you fly.Source
- Non-EU travelers may be fingerprinted and photographed at the border under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check the European Commission's EES page for current rules.
- Ferries between Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura run from Morro Jable harbor. Check each operator's timetable and luggage limits before you travel.
Plan around Morro Jable
Dunes and island hops in the north of Fuerteventura
Read the guideEl Cotillo travel guideA west-coast fishing village with calm lagoons
Read the guideLanzarote travel guideThe volcanic neighbor, a short flight away
Read the guideCanary Islands travel guideFuerteventura set against the other islands
Read the guideAll of SpainFrom Fuerteventura to the mainland cities
Read the guideMorro Jable FAQ
Is Morro Jable worth visiting?
Yes for long sandy beaches, steady sun and wild coast nearby. It is a resort town, so choose it for the beach and the coast, not for sightseeing or nightlife.
How far is Morro Jable from Fuerteventura airport?
About 1 to 1.5 hours by road, depending on traffic and the route. There are buses, taxis and rental cars, but check the timetable if you land late.
Can you swim at Morro Jable?
Yes, from the town beach, which is long and sandy. Check flags and lifeguard signs because Atlantic swell can be strong, and wind can make it feel cool.
When is the best time to visit Morro Jable?
October to May for mild winter sun, or May and June for warm weather. July and August are hot and windy, and some beaches fill with Spanish and European families.
Do you need a car in Morro Jable?
Not for the town, but yes if you want Cofete, Sotavento, Corralejo or flexible days. Taxis cost a lot over island distances, so a rental car is the usual choice for a week.