Lanzarote · October
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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.
October is among the best months in Lanzarote: only 1 rain day, 28°C (82°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 28°C (82°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 24°C (75°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 11 mm (0.4 in) total. Sea temperature is 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in October are ideal.
Golden off-season: pleasant temperatures, a calm atmosphere, the sea still warm from summer. Timanfaya and the Salinas de Janubio almost to yourself.
Packing list for Lanzarote in October
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Lanzarote?
- Yes — October is one of the best months to visit Lanzarote (Climate Score: 88/100). Pleasant temperatures (28°C (82°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Lanzarote in October?
- In October, Lanzarote sees daily highs of 28°C (82°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 24°C (75°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 17°C (63°F).
- How much rain falls in Lanzarote in October?
- In October, Lanzarote receives an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Lanzarote get in October?
- Lanzarote averages 9 sunshine hours per day in October — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Lanzarote in October?
- Water temperature in Lanzarote in October averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
