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Best beaches in Cabo de Gata

The best beaches in Cabo de Gata, on the coast of Spain — 3 shores from Playa de Monsul to Playa de los Muertos, each with its water temperature, sand, best season and swimming. Ranked by fame and mapped on the interactive globe.

The warmest sea in Cabo de Gata is ~26°C, at Playa de los Muertos, in season around Jun-Sep. Across its 3 beaches on Beachmap the sea averages ~25.3°C in the warm season.

When to visit beaches in Cabo de Gata

Most of the 3 beaches listed in Cabo de Gata are at their best June to September, with the season peaking in July. In the warm season the sea sits at about 25–26°C across the listed beaches. Only Playa de los Genoveses stays in season into October.

Choosing a beach in Cabo de Gata

For calm, family-friendly swimming, start with Playa de Monsul or Playa de los Genoveses; and for white sand head to Playa de los Muertos.

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Beaches in Cabo de Gata: frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit beaches in Cabo de Gata?

Most beaches in Cabo de Gata are at their best June to September, peaking in July. July and August are warmest but busiest; June and September are quieter and cheaper.

How warm is the sea in Cabo de Gata?

In the warm season the sea at the beaches listed in Cabo de Gata sits at about 25–26°C.

Are there white-sand beaches in Cabo de Gata?

Yes — Playa de los Muertos has white sand.

Which beach in Cabo de Gata is best for families?

Playa de Monsul — calm and shallow, with no surf to worry about; Playa de los Genoveses is a strong runner-up.