Which Canary Island is hotter?

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.



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Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winter The daily average temperature in winter is generally between 20 and 25 degrees celsius, which makes it attractive for those looking to escape the winter chill. The winter warmth can be explained by its geographic position.

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In general, the warmest parts of Tenerife (the south coast) have approximately the same average temperatures as the warmest parts of Gran Canaria (also the south coast).

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There is a mountain range in the center of the island, that prevents clouds from going towards the south during the summer. That's why the southern part is always warmer than the northern part of the island.

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Gran Canaria is the most complete island in the archipelago, and some consider it the best island in the Canary Islands for summer with your partner, family or friends, due to its incredible beaches, and the great cultural and leisure offer, with endless activities and events.

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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. The Sahara can bring high temperatures and fine sand to Lanzarote, causing occasional heatwaves.

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Like the other islands, there is a clear difference between the weather in the south and the north. The southwest coast and, in particular, the resorts of Playa Las Americas, Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos are best for sun seekers as they enjoy up to 10 hours of sunshine a day.

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While both destinations offer pleasant temperatures, Gran Canaria experiences average high temperatures of around 22°C (72°F), while Cyprus ranges between 16°C and 19°C (61°F to 66°F).

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Most tourist destinations are in the south of Gran Canaria to take advantage of the best weather. This part of the island enjoys the hottest temperatures, though it can get extremely hot when the wind blows from the Sahara. For cooler weather, the mountains inland from the coast offer some respite.

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In September the sea will be warmer in Cyprus than GC as GC is in the Atlantic, and Cyprus is in the Med. Paphos is 19-29 degrees. As you can see the high is higher in Cyprus, but the low is higher in Gran Canaria.

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Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.

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The Trade Winds The wind in the Canary Islands blows from north to south almost every day. This brings cool air from the North Atlantic and keeps the Canary Islands climate within the pleasant range. The Winds also blow away any cumulus clouds that form via evaporation away and keep the skies blue.

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The Canaries' Best Beaches
  • Lanzarote. Lovers of all things sun, sand and sea will find beach paradise in Lanzarote! ...
  • Tenerife. Wide golden arcs add a heavenly holiday spark when it comes to Tenerife's beaches. ...
  • Gran Canaria. ...
  • Fuerteventura.


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if you prefer a relaxing holiday in quiet resorts, some of the places to avoid in Gran Canaria include areas where mass tourism is prevalent, such as the resorts of Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas. The island offers so much more than this, with diverse landscapes to explore, and a myriad of activities to enjoy.

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If you mean beach and sun, the long beaches of Gran Canaria may be what you are looking for; if, on the contrary, you prefer an island with a beach but also with many other plans to do, Lanzarote may be your ideal destination.

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Since the islands sit further south than the Canary Islands, temperatures are even hotter. Yet, just like all islands, there is a rainy season and for Cape Verde, this is in April. If wall-to-wall sunshine is what you are after, then the best time to visit the islands is between June and November.

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If heat and sun are what you're after, then you'll want to head to the island of Tenerife in October. Tenerife is the hottest of all the Canary Islands in October, reaching average maximum temperatures of 26°C.

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Gran Canaria gets an average of 11 hours of daylight per day in November and 6 hours of sunshine each day on average. It is still possible to sunbathe and swim in November during those days when the sun is out, as the temperatures in the sun are usually much higher than the ones in the shade.

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Although the weather is normally good in Tenerife in Sepember, I would say the weather in Turkey is hotter. Length of flight times are around the same, although depending who you fly with you may get a better time of flight with one or the other.

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Arguineguin & Puerto Rico Right in the shadow of the highlands these two south-west Gran Canaria spots get 320 days per year of blue sky. The beaches at Puerto Rico, Patalavaca, Amadores and Arguineguín are your best bet for sunshine even if the rest of Gran Canaria is cloudy (which isn't very often).

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If you want to enjoy a great variety of landscapes and architecture, Tenerife is possibly one of the best Canary Islands for you. It is also ideal if it's your first time traveling to the Canary Islands and you don't have time to visit the other islands or if you are looking for an all-inclusive Canary Islands holiday.

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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.

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