Can you get a tan in Spain in winter?

The Canary Islands, Spain It's sunny all year round. However, you can ditch Tenerife and Lanzarote for the less popular islands like La Palma or El Hierro. La Gomera is also a great option, as it offers both great hiking opportunities and many beaches to get that winter tan on.



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Would you like to enjoy a holiday on the coast, but without the intense heat of the summer months? It's all possible in Spain.

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You can spend your days on the beaches of Barcelona, enjoying the warm sunshine. For having a perfect suntan, you can head towards the southernmost part of Spain, Andalusia where the sun shines brightly in November.

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Wear sunglasses which have a UV filter. Wear a hat or cap that protects your head from the sun. Avoid going outside during the hottest hours of the day (between 12 midday and 4 pm).

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Beach resorts The Canary Islands are among the warmest places in Spain in winter, usually exceeding 68 °F during the day. Winter is one of the best times of the year to visit the islands, with accommodation at a lower capacity than during the summer months, you should be able to find a bargain.

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The island's desert-like climate means whatever time you decide to visit, it's almost always warm enough to swim and get a tan. In October and November, daytime temperatures vary between 22°C and 27°C, and the Atlantic Ocean stays at 19-22°C year-round.

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Is it okay to travel to Spain in December? Absolutely! December is a magical time to visit Spain, and many parts of the country have mild weather and thin crowds.

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With an average high of 72°F (22°C), Gran Canaria is the hottest part of Spain in December. This island features a striking mix of black and white sand beaches, popular for both swimming and surfing. In fact, winter marks the high season for surfing.

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That is because Spain (except the Canary Islands) is in the wrong time zone. Madrid is on a similar line of longitude to Swansea in Wales. Its clocks are set to Central European Time, the same as Warsaw or Tirana, some 24 degrees or 2,000kms (1,200 miles) to the east. Spanish time is a historical anomaly.

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