La Gomera · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonSpain · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 21° (70°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)27 (81) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)29 (84) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)30 (86) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)29 (84) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)25 (77) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)22 (72) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)20 (68) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 8 | 7h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 6h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d25mm (1.0") | 3d30mm (1.2") | 2d19mm (0.8") | 1d9mm (0.3") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d5mm (0.2") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 3d27mm (1.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is among the best months in La Gomera: only 0 rain days, 28°C (82°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 22°C (72°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 0 rain days with 5 mm (0.2 in) total. Sea temperature is 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Hot, sunny days and the warmest sea temperatures of the year. Walkers start early, because heat builds up in the ravines. In the evening the terraces fill, and in the villages the Silbo Gomero, the island's famous whistled language, is still kept alive.
Packing list for La Gomera in August
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit La Gomera?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit La Gomera (Climate Score: 98/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C (82°F)), good sunshine (8 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in La Gomera in August?
- In August, La Gomera sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 22°C (72°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 19°C (66°F).
- How much rain falls in La Gomera in August?
- In August, La Gomera receives an average of 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does La Gomera get in August?
- La Gomera averages 8 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in La Gomera in August?
- Water temperature in La Gomera in August averages 24°C (75°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
