Fuerteventura, SpainQuick decision
When to visit Fuerteventura?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
18°C–28°C in August
🌧 Least rain
1% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
January (6%)
📅 Best score
9.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Beach & KitesurfingJune–August — Corralejo, Sotavento, consistent wind ideal for water sports.
SurfingNovember–March — Atlantic swell, Majanicho and El Hierro spots.
DivingYear-round — clear water 20–25°C, sea turtles and rays.
FamilyApril–June — moderate heat, vast uncrowded beaches.
BudgetNovember–March — low-season rates, deserted beaches, guaranteed sunshine.
HikingOctober–March — Jandía, Corralejo dunes, mild temperatures.
Monthly climate data
Fuerteventura weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 12°C | 18°C | 6% | 0.2 | 9.6h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 12°C | 20°C | 10% | 0.4 | 10.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 12°C | 20°C | 8% | 0.3 | 10.9h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 13°C | 21°C | 6% | 0.3 | 11.9h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 14°C | 23°C | 4% | 0.1 | 12.2h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 16°C | 24°C | 1% | 0.0 | 12.4h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 18°C | 26°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.0h | 9.3/10 |
| ☀️ August | 18°C | 28°C | 1% | 0.0 | 12.0h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ September | 18°C | 26°C | 3% | 0.3 | 11.2h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ October | 17°C | 25°C | 7% | 0.3 | 10.5h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 15°C | 22°C | 6% | 0.3 | 9.6h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 13°C | 19°C | 6% | 0.3 | 9.5h | 7.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 21°C, 6% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 26°C, 1% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 9.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Excellent time
Average 24°C, 5% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.7/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 19°C, 7% rainy days, 9.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
August is ideal with 1% rainy days and 28°C.
January is the wettest month with 6% rainy days.
Yes, August is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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