Azucenas
Motril, Granada · Andalucía
Water temperature: a marine-model estimate for 15 October at 2:00, fetched 14 October at 4:00, not a reading taken at the beach. Source: Open-Meteo. Air, wind and UV: weather-model forecast for the same hour. Source: Open-Meteo. Mainland Spain time. Sources and method
Today's water, compared
None of the 41 beaches within 25 km has water more than 0.5°C warmer than here today (22.9°C).
That is in line with the average of the 49 beaches in Granada (22.9°C).
Daily means from the Open-Meteo marine model, compared by Playas Cerca.
Description
A long stretch of sand between Motril harbor and Torrenueva with basic facilities.
Azucenas is a remote beach of sand in Motril (Granada). The sand is dark.
It measures 2,100 metres long and 30 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at Azucenas?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to Azucenas?
According to the MITECO registry, Azucenas is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Azucenas a good beach for children?
Azucenas has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Azucenas have a Blue Flag?
No. Azucenas is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torrenueva | Torrenueva Costa | 22.9°C | Yes |
| El Cable | Motril | 22.9°C | — |
| La Joya | Torrenueva Costa | 22.9°C | — |
| Poniente | Motril | 22.9°C | — |
| La Chucha | Motril | 22.9°C | — |
| Granada | Motril | 22.9°C | Yes |
| Carchuna | Motril | 22.9°C | — |
| Punta del Río | Salobreña | 22.9°C | — |
| La Charca | Salobreña | 22.9°C | — |
| Calahonda | Motril | 22.9°C | Yes |
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