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Lanzarote in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Lanzarote in August and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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August

Weather in Lanzarote in August 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Comfortable water
Weather for Lanzarote in August is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +72°F during the day, and approximately 14 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 0 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in August around 0 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+64°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
0 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
7 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
17 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lanzarote has good weather in August.

Average temperature in Lanzarote in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lanzarote for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +73°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +70°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +72°F.

Is Lanzarote warm or cold in August?

Lanzarote is typically mild in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +68°F to +70°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

August is one of the warmest months in Lanzarote, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Lanzarote in August

Water in Lanzarote in August is Comfortable. It varies from +69°F to +74°F, with an average of +71°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.

The water temperature in August is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Lanzarote are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +73°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +65°F.

Can you swim in Lanzarote in August?

The water in Lanzarote in August is pretty comfortable (+71°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Lanzarote in August

Lanzarote weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+70°F+72°F+72°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+64°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+79°F+81°F+77°F
Rainfall
0 mm0 mm4 mm
Wind
7 m/s7 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F+71°F+73°F
Humidity
72%72%74%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
131410
Cloudy days
181717
Rainy days
002
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as good as in July. It’s getting warmer as August arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +72°F during the day. The rainfall amount in August stays the same as in the previous month with a 0 mm of total precipitation. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 7 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in August, from 13 to 14.

September brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Lanzarote in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Lanzarote is gradually decreasing during August, going from 11 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last August in Lanzarote?

This is the weather in Lanzarote in August 2023:
1 August
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+72°F
2 August
☀️
+72°F
3 August
☀️
+72°F
4 August
☀️
+72°F
5 August
☀️
+72°F
6 August
☀️
+72°F
7 August
☀️
+71°F
8 August
☀️
+72°F
9 August
☀️
+72°F
10 August
☀️
+74°F
11 August
☀️
+76°F
12 August
☀️
+76°F
13 August
☀️
+75°F
14 August
☀️
+73°F
15 August
☀️
+72°F
16 August
☀️
+72°F
17 August
☀️
+72°F
18 August
☀️
+73°F
19 August
☀️
+73°F
20 August
☁️
+73°F
21 August
☀️
+75°F
22 August
☀️
+74°F
23 August
☀️
+74°F
24 August
☀️
+75°F
25 August
☀️
+75°F
26 August
☀️
+76°F
27 August
☀️
+74°F
28 August
☀️
+73°F
29 August
☀️
+73°F
30 August
☁️
+73°F
31 August
☀️
+72°F
In August 2023 Lanzarote had 29 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +73°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 77%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Lanzarote climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Lanzarote in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+66°F) and the highest in 2023 (+69°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 28 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 245 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lanzarote in August:

Is August a good time to visit Lanzarote?

August is a really good time to go to Lanzarote. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lanzarote.

Can you sunbathe in Lanzarote in August?

August has mild temperatures in Lanzarote. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Lanzarote in August?

Yes, the water temperature in Lanzarote in August is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +71°F.

Is Lanzarote rainy in August?

Lanzarote is usually dry in August. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Lanzarote in August?

The amount of sunny days in Lanzarote during August varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

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Monthly weather in Lanzarote

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lanzarote, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.