The month in detail
What to expect in August
In the height of summer, La Palma sees high temperatures (30.0°F). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (4.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (9.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
August ranks 12 out of 12 months in La Palma. Compared to July: +4°F daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in August
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
25°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is August the right month?
The best month in La Palma is July (9.3/10), 3.1 pts higher than August.
Context
Our verdict
La Palma, the "Isla Bonita", went through the Cumbre Vieja eruption in 2021 which redrew part of the south-west. Today the lava flows are accessible by guide.
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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 trip.
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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 70°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 37%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is La Palma ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 6.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
28.68°N · 17.76°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit La Palma?
July is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 7.6h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of July & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does La Palma get in July?
La Palma averages 7.6 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in La Palma?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in La Palma in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is La Palma good in winter?
In winter (December-February), La Palma scores 7.1/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid La Palma?
August is the most difficult month to visit La Palma, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in La Palma in August?
In August, the sea averages 76°F in La Palma: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in La Palma in August?
The average UV index reaches 8 in August in La Palma (very high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Protection essential.