La Palma, SpainQuick decision
When to visit La Palma?
🌞 Best time overall
July
🌡️ Optimal temperature
21°C–28°C in July
🌧 Least rain
1% rainy days in July
🌧 Wettest month
December (33%)
📅 Best score
9.8/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Volcanic HikingMarch–November — Caldera de Taburiente and Ruta de los Volcanes.
AstronomyYear-round — Roque de los Muchachos Observatory, among the purest skies.
Lava BeachesMay–October — volcanic black beaches and natural pools.
Nature & ForestsYear-round — laurisilva, dragon trees and unique biodiversity.
Monthly climate data
La Palma weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 15°C | 21°C | 26% | 1.4 | 9.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 14°C | 21°C | 25% | 1.5 | 10.8h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 15°C | 21°C | 28% | 1.7 | 11.0h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 16°C | 22°C | 30% | 2.2 | 12.0h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 17°C | 24°C | 18% | 1.0 | 12.7h | 8.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 19°C | 26°C | 18% | 1.1 | 13.0h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 28°C | 1% | 0.0 | 13.0h | 9.8/10 |
| ☀️ August | 22°C | 30°C | 4% | 0.1 | 12.5h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ September | 21°C | 28°C | 16% | 1.0 | 11.8h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 20°C | 26°C | 25% | 1.4 | 10.5h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 18°C | 23°C | 37% | 2.3 | 10.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 16°C | 21°C | 33% | 1.6 | 9.8h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 22°C, 25% rainy days, 11.9h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 28°C, 8% rainy days, 12.8h sunshine/day. Score: 9.3/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 26°C, 26% rainy days, 10.8h sunshine/day. Score: 8.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 21°C, 28% rainy days, 10.1h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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Tip : January, February offer a good weather/price balance — decent score with fewer crowds.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
July is ideal with 1% rainy days and 28°C.
December is the wettest month with 33% rainy days.
Yes, July 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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