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The northernmost of the main Canary Islands, Lanzarote is the volcanic island of the Canaries with Timanfaya's fire mountains and César Manrique's unique art-nature works. The entire island is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

What awaits you

BeachHikingActiveMuseumsNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

June–October: up to 27°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 23°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: May — a pleasant 23°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 21°C.

Max. temperature
20°
Jan
20°
Feb
21°
Mar
23°
Apr
23°
May
24°
Jun
26°
Jul
27°
Aug
26°
Sep
26°
Oct
24°
Nov
21°
Dec
Water temperature
20°
Jan
19°
Feb
19°
Mar
20°
Apr
21°
May
22°
Jun
23°
Jul
23°
Aug
23°
Sep
23°
Oct
22°
Nov
21°
Dec
Sunshine hours
9h
Jan
10h
Feb
11h
Mar
12h
Apr
12h
May
12h
Jun
12h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
10h
Oct
9h
Nov
9h
Dec
Rain days
1d
Jan
4d
Feb
3d
Mar
1d
Apr
1d
May
1d
Jun
0d
Jul
1d
Aug
2d
Sep
2d
Oct
2d
Nov
2d
Dec

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Lanzarote as a Vacation Destination

Lanzarote is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, active holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is July, August, October with temperatures up to 27°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 23°C.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
ES
Camping
Tent