The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Lanzarote sees 19°C during the day with 6.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (12% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (9.0/10) remains theoretically better.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Lanzarote. Compared to November: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Sea
22°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.2h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 66
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Lanzarote is August (9.0/10), 1.3 pt higher than December.
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Plan your trip
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 · 23°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 18°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 12%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Lanzarote ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.0 → 7.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
29.04°N · 13.64°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Lanzarote?
August is the best month with 23.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 10.0h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Lanzarote get in August?
Lanzarote averages 10.0 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.7/10.
What is the rainiest month in Lanzarote?
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 Lanzarote in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 23.0°C.
Is Lanzarote good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Lanzarote scores 7.2/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 8.7/10.
When should you avoid Lanzarote?
January is the most difficult month to visit Lanzarote, 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 Lanzarote in December?
In December, the sea averages 22°C in Lanzarote: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Lanzarote in December?
The average UV index reaches 4 in December in Lanzarote (moderate), with about 10.2h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.