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Lanzarote in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Lanzarote in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Lanzarote in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +66°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 2 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 1 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
21 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lanzarote has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Lanzarote in May

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

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +68°F with a maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +63°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +70°F.

Is Lanzarote warm or cold in May?

Lanzarote is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +64°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +61°F to +63°F.

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

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Lanzarote:

Water temperature in Lanzarote in May

Water in Lanzarote in May is Fresh. It varies from +64°F to +70°F, with an average of +67°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +66°F.

In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the 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 May?

Water temperature (+67°F) in Lanzarote in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Lanzarote in May

Lanzarote weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+64°F+66°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+57°F+57°F+61°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+73°F+75°F
Rainfall
4 mm1 mm0 mm
Wind
5 m/s6 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+66°F+67°F+69°F
Humidity
69%69%70%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
788
Cloudy days
192121
Rainy days
421
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +64°F to +66°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 4 mm to 1 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 69%. Winds are stronger in comparison to April, going up from 5 m/s to 6 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 7 to 8.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 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 May, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last May in Lanzarote?

This is the weather in Lanzarote in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+67°F
2 May
☀️
+69°F
3 May
☀️
+69°F
4 May
☀️
+68°F
5 May
☁️
+68°F
6 May
☁️
+68°F
7 May
☁️
+67°F
8 May
☀️
+68°F
9 May
☀️
+69°F
10 May
☀️
+67°F
11 May
☀️
+66°F
12 May
☀️
+66°F
13 May
☁️
+66°F
14 May
☀️
+66°F
15 May
☀️
+65°F
16 May
☀️
+66°F
17 May
☁️
+67°F
18 May
☀️
+67°F
19 May
☀️
+66°F
20 May
☁️
+66°F
21 May
☀️
+66°F
22 May
☀️
+66°F
23 May
☀️
+67°F
24 May
☀️
+67°F
25 May
☁️
+67°F
26 May
☁️
+66°F
27 May
☀️
+68°F
28 May
☀️
+69°F
29 May
☁️
+69°F
30 May
☀️
+69°F
31 May
☀️
+69°F
In May 2023 Lanzarote had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 66%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 16 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 May 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 May:

Is May a good time to visit Lanzarote?

May 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 May?

May 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 May?

In general, you can swim in Lanzarote in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Lanzarote rainy in May?

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

Is it sunny in Lanzarote in May?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Lanzarote in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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.