What is the sunniest part of Lanzarote?

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.



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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.

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The weather in Lanzarote is enviable and you can enjoy it almost anywhere on the island. Arrecife, Costa Teguise, Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen… All of them are locations where the weather is good all year round.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Playa Blanca is slightly warmer than the other resorts as well. I've stayed in the three main resorts over the years, but I don't like PDC or CT. Everyone wants and likes different things, so it all depends what you want out of your time on the island.

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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.

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Although there is more cloud in winter than in summer, southern and western resorts often enjoy warm, cloudless days at any time of year.

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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.

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The Canary Islands are one of the best winter destinations in Europe, primarily because they have year-round warm temperatures. That's right, if you're freezing at home and want to escape somewhere for a week or two of sunshine, Lanzarote is perfect for you in December, January or February.

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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.

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Lanzarote has a sub tropical climate with hot summers and very mild winters usually with year round sunshine.

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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.

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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.

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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. You should pack a warmer jumper for the evenings as things can get a bit cool, with temperatures dropping to around 14ºC at night.

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Sometimes these hot winds are accompanied by dust picked up by the winds from the desert, bringing what's called a Calima. This makes for hazy skies and it can be quite unpleasant for a couple of days.

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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.

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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.

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