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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Lanzarote for your holiday.
Climate Overview
13 °C to 29 °C
17 °C to 22 °C
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Geographical location
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Lanzarote is the fourth largest island of the Canary Islands and lies in the Atlantic Ocean. The volcanic island is home to about 142,132 inhabitants, the capital is Arrecife in the east of the island.
Lanzarote covers an area of over 530 square miles and is divided into seven regions. The metropolitan region around the capital Arrecife is the economic centre of the island, where there is a large port.
Lanzarote was declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1993. The Spanish island lies north of Fuerteventura and thus forms the northern end of the Canary Islands. Lanzarote is about 62 miles from Morocco.
Climate of Lanzarote
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As on all Canary Islands, Lanzarote has a subtropical climate, which is characterized by very low rainfall. The continual north-east trade wind regularly creates winds and clouds, which, however, rarely rain due to their geographical, rather flat nature. The annual precipitation is less than 4.72 in. At altitudes of 700 metres and above, precipitation of up to 11.81 in per year is possible.
Most rainfall occurs between December and February, but it remains very manageable. Year-round mild temperatures characterize Lanzarote. In winter temperatures drop to just under 20 °C, in summer they rise up to 30 °C. The average annual temperature is around 20 °C. From July to October, the warmest temperatures are between 27 °C to 29 °C.
Best Time to Visit Lanzarote: Overview
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When to travel to Lanzarote?
It is not without reason that the Canary Islands are called the”islands of eternal spring”. Lanzarote is a true year-round destination and, together with the other Canary Islands, is also a popular refuge for sun-seekers in winter. It is dry all year round, most rain falls between December and February, but even these months are by no means considered rainy with a maximum precipitation of 2.05 in.
As the best time to travel on Tenerife we recommend the summer months, in which you can enjoy up to 11 hours of sun a day and fantastic weather. The season starts around May, ideally from mid-June to the end of October. The Atlantic Ocean is still refreshing from June to mid-November at 20 °C to 22 °C, but can be used for swimming.
Climate Chart Lanzarote
Arrecife
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Table Lanzarote
In the following, you will find the climate table for Lanzarote, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Arrecife (Lanzarote)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 20° | 21° | 23° | 23° | 24° | 26° | 28° | 29° | 29° | 26° | 24° | 21° |
| Night Temperature | 13° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 16° | 18° | 20° | 20° | 20° | 18° | 17° | 15° |
| Water Temperature | 18° | 18° | 17° | 17° | 18° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 22° | 20° | 19° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 0.98 | 0.71 | 0.47 | 0.24 | 0.08 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.08 | 0.24 | 0.59 | 1.02 |
| Rainy days | 3 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 5 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Arrecife is 20.5 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: August (24.7 °C)
Coldest month: January (16.9 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Arrecife is 22 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
all months
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
August, September, and October
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 4.41 inch on 19 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Arrecife.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, May is the sunniest month with an average of 9.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
In Timafaya you will find an active volcano, a tour through the surrounding park should not be missed. Lanzarote is also known for good diving spots. A breathtaking underwater world can be discovered here. Other attractions are the Fundación Cesar Manrique in Costa Teguise, the Marina Rubicon in Playa Blanca and the Cueva de los Verdes.
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Popular Activities
Lanzarote: Timanfaya South Tour for Cruise Passengers
Tours
from 39 $ »
Enjoy a fascinating excursion through the inspiring landscapes of the volcanic island of Lanzarote. Explore Timanfaya National Park, visit one of the local vineyards and marvel at the Green Lagoon.
Lanzarote: Day Tour for Cruise Passengers
Tours
from 59 $ »
Immerse yourself in the fascinating volcanic landscape of Lanzarote and discover the beauty of Timanfaya National Park. Enjoy tasting local wines, learn about geothermal energy and visit the Green Lagoon.
Lanzarote: Jameos del Agua & North Island for Cruise Guests
Tours
from 35 $ »
Discover the north side of Lanzarote on this morning tour.Walk through the famous cave Jameos del Agua and enjoy an unforgettable view from the Famara Cliff.
More attractions
Full-Day Tour of Northern Lanzarote | Lanzarote Snorkel Tour | Lanzarote: Puerto del Carmen and Puerto Calero by Waterbus | Lanzarote: Scuba Diving from Puerto Del Carmen | Puerto del Carmen: Scuba Diving Beginners’ Diploma | Lanzarote: Sea Diving Class for Beginners | Timanfaya National Park: Half-Day Fire Mountains Tour |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Arrecife
broken clouds, 23 °CClouds: 75 % Wind: 11 mph NNO
Air Pressure: 1014 hPa Humidity: 78 %
Air Pressure: 1014 hPa Humidity: 78 %
Last updated: 11th Aug 2020, 12:45 am
The next days …
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| Clouds: 43 % | Clouds: 1 % | Clouds: 5 % | Clouds: 20 % | Clouds: 0 % | Clouds: 0 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Canary Islands: Regions
Lanzarote is part of the holiday destination Canary Islands. We analyzed the climate for additional regions, in order to provide you with information about the best time to visit and the expected holiday weather:Best Time to Travel for the Regions
Arrecife: May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Hottest Month
August: 29 °C
Day Temperature in Arrecife
August: 29 °CDay Temperature in Arrecife
Coldest Month
January: 13 °C
Night Temperature in Arrecife
January: 13 °CNight Temperature in Arrecife
Rainiest Month
December: 1.02 in
Rain in Arrecife
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Driest Month
June: 0 in
Rain in Arrecife
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Maximum Water Temperature
September: 22 °C
Water Temperature in Arrecife
September: 22 °CWater Temperature in Arrecife
Sunniest Month
May: 9.1 hours/day
Sunshine in Arrecife
May: 9.1 hours/daySunshine in Arrecife
Activities and Attractions
Lanzarote: 1.5-Hour Dolphin Watching Mini Cruise
Cruises & Boat Tours
from 30 $ »
Aquapark Costa Teguise: Entrance Ticket
Tickets
from 28 $ »
Lanzarote: Incredible Live Show Performances and Dinner
Bus & Minivan Tours
from 54 $ »
Distances to Lanzarote
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrecife | 1710 mi | 3460 mi | 5880 mi |
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Lanzarote: Experiences of our Visitors
Constant change between rain, sun and clouds. (Sun was predominant, however) The wind was quite fresh but about 20 degrees quite pleasant. Not really bathing weather, but okay for trips.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
horny warm and rarely violent stormy highly recommended
good old germany is too cold
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
The weather was very good a day of rain but only half an hour and then sun again. It had rained a few times at night, but you sleep there anyway.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Warm, daily 24-26 degrees but very very windy!
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Despite 2-3 rainy days a wonderfully mild climate, one could still walk in the evening in a T-shirt. Also 2-3 days of quite strong wind, which makes the red flag on the beach erorerlich. Swimming in the sea is still very pleasant!
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good