When can you swim in the Canary Islands?

In the coastal part of the island (especially in the south) the water of the sea is warm enough for you to swim all year round and freely enjoy deep dives in the crystalline waters of Tenerife. In the winter season, there is a slight drop in temperatures.



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This also depends on which beach you choose, since beaches that are more sheltered will have a warmer sea temperature. We've been able to swim in December in the Canaries several times, as well as all the other winter months, although there can be significant differences from year to year.

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Natural pools for taking the plunge in the Canary Islands. Without waves, calm and smooth even when the sea is choppy. These natural formations are found everywhere on the Canary Islands, creating natural swimming pools protected from the tides and currents, where people of all ages can enjoy the water.

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Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are equally hot in October, all with daytime temperatures averaging in the mid-20s. The sea remains warm enough for swimming, so it's a great time of year for both sunbathing and sightseeing.

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The average sea temperature is still below 20°C, which may be too cold for many people. Can you swim in Tenerife in April? Yes, but it depends on the beach and each person's preference in regards to sea temperature.

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The best times to visit the Canary Islands are between March and May and from September to November. Winter and summer bring loads of tourists, which make accommodations more expensive and more difficult to find.

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The pleasant climate of the Canary Islands means you can easily walk by the seashore and take a dip, even in late November. The warm temperatures beckon you to discover the beaches of white, golden or black sand. So when you pack, don't forget your swimsuit and sunscreen.

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Tenerife is a stunning holiday destination with all year round sunshine. The climate is perfect for open water swimming in the Tenerife sea, where average air temperatures range between 17 C and 24 C with sea temperatures rarely dropping far below 20 C.

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Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine!

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It's a particularly good time of year to swim in the sea, with water temperatures around 24 C.

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The sea around Tenerife is still warm and perfect for swimming and many people actually consider that in October the water is at its warmest. In fact, the ocean in October is usually at its highest temperature, very similar to how it is in September as well.

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La Palma - best for jaw-dropping scenery It'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.

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Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.

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December-February The Canaries welcome a flood of Europeans escaping the cold in the winter months. The islands especially see a lot of older tourists, looking to bask in the warmer weather, though it may be a bit too cool for sunbathing.

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Can you swim in Gran Canaria in April? With an average temperature of 19.2°C / 66.5°F, the ocean might still be too cold for many people, although there are other visitors who swim all year round in Gran Canaria with no problems.

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