Lanzarote · April
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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°)19– (66–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)28 (82) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 26° (79°)22– (72–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)34 (93) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)36 (97) | 29° (84°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)19– (66–)25 (77) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 15° (59°)12– (54–)17 (63) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)19 (66) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)15– (59–)20 (68) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)21 (70) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)20– (68–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 18° (64°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)19 (66) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 11h | 11h | 11h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 19° (66°) | 18° (64°) | 19° (66°) | 19° (66°) | 20° (68°) | 21° (70°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (73°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d14mm (0.6") | 2d21mm (0.8") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 1d3mm (0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 2d25mm (1.0") | 2d13mm (0.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
April is among the best months in Lanzarote: only 1 rain day, 25°C (77°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 25°C (77°F), cooling to 17°C (63°F) at night (daily average: 20°C (68°F)). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 14°C (57°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, April is one of the sunniest months — 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 1 day. The sea is 19°C (66°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Early season: the first swimmers arrive on the beaches of Playa Blanca, and the north coast offers surfers and kiteboarders perfect conditions. Lanzarote without the high-season crush — ideal for bike tours through the La Geria vineyards.
Packing list for Lanzarote in April
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Lanzarote?
- Yes — April is one of the best months to visit Lanzarote (Climate Score: 90/100). Pleasant temperatures (25°C (77°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Lanzarote in April?
- In April, Lanzarote sees daily highs of 25°C (77°F). Nights cool to 17°C (63°F), with a daily average of 20°C (68°F). Peaks reach around 28°C (82°F), the coldest nights around 14°C (57°F).
- How much rain falls in Lanzarote in April?
- In April, Lanzarote receives an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Lanzarote get in April?
- Lanzarote averages 11 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Lanzarote in April?
- Water temperature in Lanzarote in April averages 19°C (66°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
