I got back early this morning from Costa Teguise and the short answer is, yes, it is a bit windy and as the previous reviewer has confirmed it is a wind-surfing resort.
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The northeast trade winds that blow throughout the year and make Costa Teguise a favourite with windsurfers help to temper the heat so it rarely feels uncomfortably hot.
The north is usually windier, cloudier and has a little more rain due to the moist trade winds. The southern part is drier, hotter and enjoys as much as 2,500 sunshine hours annually. Central Lanzarote, located between the windier north and the sunnier south, can be said to have the most moderate climate on the island.
The wind in Lanzarote is changing and even sometimes unpredictable. However, in general, the southern part of the island is usually less windy than the north due to the direction of the trade winds and the mountains that act as a shield against the southern zone.
Costa Teguise sort of “sticks out” from the island, so it tends to be the windiest resort, and for that reason it attracts wind and kite surfers, as well as sports people who tend to stay in the several sports orientated hotels.
Tenerife is not a particularly windy island, although there may be times when the wind is stronger. So, if you want to hit the waves with your surfboard, you can find numerous beaches on the north coast and a few on the south that are perfect for water sports.
The windiest months in Lanzarote tend to be in July and August followed by April to June. The winds tend to die down a little in september. Daytime temperatures rarely rise above 32°C during the summer months.
Costa Teguise has over 3000 hours of sunshine per year, so you're pretty much guaranteed great weather no matter when you visit. The skies are clear all summer and you shouldn't expect any rain until October, which has an average rainfall of 10mm.
PB is on the Southern tip of Lanzarote and sheltered by the Ajache mountain range. Consequently, it has the best climate on the island and is usually warmer and less windy than Costa Teguise.
1. Playa Quemada. Playa Quemada is a small and picturesque beach located in the southeast of Lanzarote, near Puerto Calero. This beach, with dark sand and gravel, is sheltered from the prevailing winds thanks to the mountains and cliffs that surround it.
Puerto Calero - This marina town is known for its luxury yachts, designer stores, and upscale restaurants. This area would have the greatest concentration of super high-end homes and has a very private community feel to it.
24-Hour Air Quality ForecastThe air has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation.
Costa Teguise sits proudly on Lanzarote's sun-kissed east coast. Here, it's all about the beaches – 5 to be exact – all linked together by a lively promenade, brimming with shops, restaurants, and bars.
Is Costa Teguise noisy? Costa Teguise holidays will see you enjoying the typical Canarian nightlife: eclectic and vivacious, but not overly noisy or wild.
Puerto del Carmen has the busiest vibe and that incredible long Strip. Costa Teguise has a more laid back, surfy feel, and feels more Spanish, as well as being more compact. Playa Blanca is quieter than either and feels a little more upmarket, but it's very spread out.
Sandy beaches, good quality restaurants and accommodation and easy access to many of the island's major tourist attractions make Costa Teguise a great base for your holiday in Lanzarote.
Costa Teguise´s Main BeachPlaya Cucharas is the most popular and central beach in the resort and boasts a kilometre or so of fine golden sand, shelving gently into the sea.
Costa Teguise during the day is perfectly fine, but avoid being alone at night. Rambunctious youths sometimes take to the empty streets after sundown and will often shout at passing tourists.
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.
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.
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.