August · Spain
Best time to visit Lanzarote in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lanzarote in August
Average temperature 23°C, 10 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.6/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 10 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Lanzarote scores 9.6/10 for beach and coastal travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lanzarote is a volcanic island of black lava fields, whitewashed villages, and vineyards planted in ash hollows, shaped in part by César Manrique.
August: the best month of the year in Lanzarote
August averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rain is a non-issue at 10 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.2 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lanzarote at 9.6/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lanzarote in August?
- In August, Lanzarote averages 23°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.6/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lanzarote?
- August earns a 9.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lanzarote in August?
- Expect about 10 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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