The average temperature during the day is 20 - 21°C, while at night you can expect temperatures of around 14°C. Although you might need a light jacket or cardigan at night.
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The coldest months in Lanzarote are January and February, when temperatures are between 13 and 22 degrees, with an average temperature of 19 degrees - so not very cold at all!
What is certain, though, is that the nights on Lanzarote in December are comparatively cold, with the mercury hovering at around 14°C (57.2°F) and below.
Lanzarote Climate and WeatherJanuary is the coldest month with temperatures averaging between 57°F (14°C) and 68°F (20°C), and August is the hottest month, when temperatures rarely drop below 70°F (21°C) and peak around 84°F (29°C).
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.
Lanzarote. 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.
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.
Average monthly temperaturesFor the highest temperatures the best time to visit Lanzarote is between June and September although the sub tropical climate offers sunshine throughout the year and winter months are equally popular with visitors.
Can you sunbathe in Lanzarote in December? In December you can usually still enjoy most days on the beach, lay in the sun and get a bit of colour on your skin.
North easterly winds and the Canary Current will keep you cool, while Lanzarote's quite small and flat so there's not much difference in weather around the island. The average high temperature in Lanzarote is 22ºC in December, which is perfectly warm enough to relax on the beach and enjoy the winter sun.
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.
From the Canary Islands, Lanzarote is the closest to the African coast. Therefore, it gets sometimes winds carrying dust from the Sahara. During these, asthma suferers, elder poeple, infants and patients with other pulmorary conditions are reccomended to stay indoors.
Lanzarote is, for many, the most beautiful of the Canary Islands, while Tenerife offers a greater opportunity to carry out a wide variety of activities for all tastes.
La Palma - best for jaw-dropping sceneryIt's no wonder that the most north-westerly of the Canary Islands is known as both La Isla Bonita (The Beautiful Island) and La Isla Verde (The Green Island). The capital, Santa Cruz de la Palma, is an attractive history-rich town that's well worth a day (or two) of exploration.
Can you tan through clouds? A cloudy sky may not seem like the best choice for tanning, but it is still possible to tan! According to research and studies, around 90% of UV rays penetrate clouds, therefore reaching your skin.