Lanzarote · February
Low 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°)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
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Lanzarote at 22°C (72°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Daytime highs average 22°C (72°F), cooling to 15°C (59°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 21 mm (0.8 in) total. The sea is 18°C (64°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Lanzarote's quietest season — and one of its most beautiful: almond blossom brightens the interior, and Arrecife's carnival with its traditional Los Buches sailors has been going since 1711. The volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park almost without visitors.
Events & Festivals
- Carnival of Arrecife – Los Buchesvaries (February or March, carnival season)
The oldest carnival in the Canary Islands, celebrated without interruption since 1711. Unique to it is the Los Buches parade: men in sailors' dress playfully swat spectators with dried fish bladders while singing traditional songs.
Packing list for Lanzarote in February
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Lanzarote?
- February is not an optimal month for Lanzarote (Score: 77/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Lanzarote in February?
- In February, Lanzarote sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 15°C (59°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 11°C (52°F).
- How much rain falls in Lanzarote in February?
- In February, Lanzarote receives an average of 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Lanzarote get in February?
- Lanzarote averages 9 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Lanzarote in February?
- Water temperature in Lanzarote in February averages 18°C (64°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.