The month in detail
What to expect in July
Summer in La Palma brings pleasant temperatures (82°F) and long sunny days (7.6h of sunshine). Rain is virtually absent (1% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
July is the best month of the year in La Palma. Compared to June: +4°F daytime, +0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in July
UV index
9 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
muggy at times
18°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
13.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is July the right month?
July is actually the best month of the year in La Palma. Good timing.
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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 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 ⓘDecember · 25%
🏖️ 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.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 6.3 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 & June 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 7.2/10 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 July?
In July, the sea averages 75°F in La Palma: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in La Palma in July?
The average UV index reaches 9 in July in La Palma (very high), with about 13.7h of daylight. Protection essential.