The sea is warmer than you might expect for February and is comfortable for swimming.
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The best time for open water swimming in Lanzarote is during the summer months, when the water is warmest and the weather is generally sunny and calm. However, it is possible to swim year-round, as the water temperature rarely drops below 18°C even in winter.
All of our villas are located in and around the resort of Playa Blanca and this is the warmest part of the island. Playa Blanca sits right at the southern tip of Lanzarote and even though the island is small, there's a marked difference in temperatures between north and south, especially during the winter months.
And if you wonder which is the warmest side of Lanzarote, the answer is always south. Head to the southern part of the island for warmer weather as coasts are sheltered from the winds. Contrarily, the northern part of Lanzarote is usually a bit colder and cloudier due to the trade winds.
The Canary Islands are an increasingly popular destination for year-round sun, with mild and pleasant temperatures in February. The subtropical islands are the perfect place if you're looking to relax on the beach or explore the islands' family attractions in the February half term sun.
Gran Canaria is the hottest island in February, remaining warm long into the evening. You'll be grateful for that extra degree if you like moonlit strolls by the seafront.
Gran Canaria is the hottest island in February, remaining warm long into the evening. You'll be grateful for that extra degree if you like moonlit strolls by the seafront.
Lanzarote tends to be the hottest and most arid of the Canaries, as it is closest to the Sahara desert and because it is one of the lowest lying islands.
Wear a sun hat to protect the top of your head, the back of your neck and your face from the sun. Limit the number of hours you spend in full sun, particularly between 11am and 3pm.
I understand that the average temperatures for Lanzarote and Tenerife in the winter months are about the same, and are warmer than the other islands, but Lanzarote is windy. That wind is generally from the NE so it feels much cooler.
Temperatures on Lanzarote and the other Canary Islands rarely fall below 70 degrees Fahrenheit and offer a nice warm boost in winter, making the Canaries a favorite winter destination for frost-bitten Europeans.
Conclusion. Mosquitoes are a common problem in Lanzarote, however now, with these several steps you can take to protect yourself from bites you can reduce the risk of infection so they shouldn't be enough to ruin your stay.