One thing that always, always happens, is that Christmas day is hot and sunny. Bizarre, but true. Swimwear as well as shorts and t shirts will be fine for the day but you will need a fleece or light jacket for the evenings and a waterproof.
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November and DecemberOne thing that always, always happens, is that Christmas day is hot and sunny. Bizarre, but true. Swimwear as well as shorts and t shirts will be fine for the day but you will need a fleece or light jacket for the evenings and a waterproof.
It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 23 C and the average daily minimum is 15 C.
Thanks to it's location and proximity to the equator, Lanzarote is a year round holiday destination and the weather during the festive period is usually pretty good with temperatures averaging around 18 degrees at their lowest point in December.
You can wear beach wear, shorts and flip flops on most days but you will want a light cardigan, jacket or fleece for some days and you will need trousers and a couple of layers for the evenings. We would also recommend you bringing a waterproof.
Lanzarote is a year round holiday destination so when you visit during the Christmas and New Year periods you can expect to find everything open as normal. This includes the beaches and all attractions and activities.
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.
The toasty temperatures of the Canary Islands during Christmas are between 19ºC and 26ºC during the day and around 17ºC at night. Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine!
The average sea temperature in Lanzarote is 20C in December, which makes it just about warm enough for swimming comfortably – although if you're used to more tropical waters, you might still find it a little on the chilly side.
Climate in Lanzarote in DecemberThis is, however, regarded as the wettest month relatively on the island, particularly on the north coast, so expect some cloudy conditions. There will still be an average of 196 hours of sunshine for the month though, so no need to fear for your holiday suntan prospects.
The currency in Lanzarote is the Euro.It's never been easier to exchange your pounds for Euros – order your travel money online and get it delivered straight to you, whether you'll be at home or work.
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).
The first thing to decide is what you want to eat – many restaurants on the island serve their standard menus on Christmas day, so you could have a steak, tapas or fresh fish. This is because the Canarian tradition is to have the main meal with the family on Christmas eve, before going to midnight mass.
Lanzarote hosts Christmas markets where you can shop for handmade crafts, local products, and traditional holiday decorations. Although markets can be found on the island all year round, the Christmas markets are a little bit special as they are tailored more for the seasonal period.
You can only imbibe in designated neighborhoodsAvoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.
You can only imbibe in designated neighborhoodsAvoid drinking, smoking, or vaping in public spaces – either on the streets or on the beach. It's prohibited across all the Canary Islands. You could face a hefty fine if caught.