The month in detail
What to expect in September
Autumn in Canary Islands is often underrated: 27°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (2% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Canary Islands.
September ranks 3 out of 12 months in Canary Islands. Compared to August: −2°C daytime, −0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in September
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
17°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is September the right month?
The best month in Canary Islands is July (9.5/10), 0.2 pt higher than September.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 20°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 5%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Canary Islands ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 8.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.29°N · 14.00°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Canary Islands?
July is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.3h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Canary Islands get in July?
Canary Islands averages 9.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Canary Islands?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Canary Islands in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Canary Islands good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Canary Islands scores 7.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Canary Islands?
January is the most difficult month to visit Canary Islands, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Canary Islands in September?
In September, the sea averages 24°C in Canary Islands: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Canary Islands in September?
The average UV index reaches 8 in September in Canary Islands (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.