SkyOvercast with light rain
Pájara · Las Palmas
Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable)
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high26 °CUV5High tide02:20Low tide20:02JellyfishNo recent observationsCondiciones moderadas · estimación
Swimming statusRed flagEstimateForecast for 11/11 · 17:00Reference sea area: Playa Morro Jable · 1 km
Now
Forecast for 17:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Condiciones moderadas para la llegada de medusas
Condiciones moderadamente favorables para el transporte hacia la costa según el viento previsto y la orientación regional del litoral. Es un indicador físico regional de confianza limitada: no confirma presencia ni ausencia de medusas en esta playa.
Accumulated wind4 km/h · 217°Valid for11/11/2026 16:00
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 17:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of overcast with light rain and a forecast temperature of 24 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 24 °C, 55% chance of rain and wind SW at 46 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 26 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 5.
Next days
Today
Mostly cloudy
Low 21°High 26°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonOvercast with light rain
☂ Rain 100% ↝ SW · 49 km/h Gusts 74 km/h Humidity 71–97% ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Tomorrow
Overcast
Low 20°High 23°
☂ Rain 50% ↝ N · 10 km/h Gusts 28 km/h Humidity 73–91% ◉ Water 22° ☀ UV 5
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Friday 13
Partly cloudy
Low 18°High 19°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ N · 10 km/h Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 76–81% ☀ UV 4
Hourly municipal forecast · issued 11/11 14:09
Saturday 14
Cloudy
Low 17°High 24°
☂ Rain 35% ↝ N · 15 km/h Humidity 60–90% ☀ UV 4
Daily municipal forecast · issued 11/11 13:29
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/11/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 13/10/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 13/10/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 5 UFC/100 ml |
| 22/09/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 4 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 01/09/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 6 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 25/08/2025 | No published assessment | 4 UFC/100 ml | 11 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 12 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 18/08/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 28/07/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 3 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 14/07/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 16/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 37 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/06/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 150 UFC/100 ml |
| 03/06/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/05/2025 | No published assessment | 14 UFC/100 ml | 15 UFC/100 ml |
| 05/05/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 10 UFC/100 ml |
| 07/04/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 07/04/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 1 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/03/2025 | No published assessment | 2 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 10/03/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 6 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/02/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
| 17/02/2025 | No published assessment | 1 UFC/100 ml | 2 UFC/100 ml |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 10/11/2025. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable) is located beside Morro Jable, in the municipality of Pájara, in the south of Fuerteventura. It is a sandy beach with adapted bathing services and access: it has accessible toilets, showers, sun loungers and parasols, as well as nautical equipment hire, parking, access for people with reduced mobility and assisted bathing. The surroundings include the Saladar de Jandía, a protected wetland extending between the halophytic vegetation and the strip of white sand near Morro Jable.
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include showers, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies water-sports hire.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
Assisted bathingPublished support service
ParkingNear the beach
Accessible toiletAccessible toilet
Safety and assistance
Lifeguards2026-10-01 to 2026-12-03 · Monday to Sunday · 11:00-18:00
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access and assisted bathing. Travel options include parking.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
Eat, have a drink, stay or park nearby without spending time searching.
Where to eat
near Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable)Drinks and cafés
near Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable)Where to stay
near Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable)
1
SBH Maxorata ResortCalle Biocho 4, Pájara
441 mapprox.
2
Occidental Jandia PlayaCalle Sancho Panza, Jandía, Pájara
631 mapprox.
3
Iberostar Selection Fuerteventura PalacePasaje Playas 1, Las Gaviotas
839 mapprox.
4
Jandia MarHotel in Pájara
847 mapprox.
5
Iberostar Playa GaviotasPasaje Playas 2, Las Gaviotas
908 mapprox.
Parking
near Playa Matorral (El) (Morro Jable)About these results: distances are calculated in a straight line and each link opens the stored point, rather than a name search. Position does not imply an editorial recommendation or guarantee opening times or availability.
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