Lanzarote, SpainQuick decision
When to visit Lanzarote?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
18°C–23°C in August
🌧 Least rain
5% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
February (21%)
📅 Best score
8.7/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Volcanos & TimanfayaYear-round — Timanfaya National Park, unique lunar landscapes.
BeachYear-round — Playa Papagayo, Famara (surf), steady 20–28°C temperatures.
Cycling & HikingNovember–April — volcanic landscape, uncrowded roads.
Volcanic WinesYear-round — sunken vines (zocos) sheltered from wind, unique wines.
FamilyYear-round — Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes, safe beaches.
BudgetNovember–March — fewer tourists, affordable flights from Europe.
Monthly climate data
Lanzarote weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 12°C | 18°C | 12% | 0.4 | 9.5h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 12°C | 18°C | 21% | 0.9 | 10.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 13°C | 18°C | 21% | 0.6 | 10.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 14°C | 19°C | 17% | 0.8 | 11.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 15°C | 20°C | 12% | 0.4 | 12.2h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 16°C | 21°C | 15% | 0.4 | 12.4h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 18°C | 22°C | 7% | 0.2 | 12.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 18°C | 23°C | 5% | 0.2 | 12.0h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 18°C | 23°C | 11% | 0.4 | 11.2h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 18°C | 23°C | 15% | 0.6 | 10.5h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 16°C | 21°C | 16% | 0.5 | 9.5h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 13°C | 19°C | 16% | 0.5 | 9.4h | 7.4/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 19°C, 17% rainy days, 11.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Excellent time
Average 22°C, 9% rainy days, 12.1h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 22°C, 14% rainy days, 10.4h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 18°C, 16% rainy days, 9.6h sunshine/day. Score: 7.4/10.
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FAQ
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August is ideal with 5% rainy days and 23°C.
February is the wettest month with 21% rainy days.
Yes, August is the best month with an average of 23°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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