Canary Islands weather in August
In August, daytime highs across the 7 Canary Islands range from 26.1 to 29.9°C and the sea from 21.9 to 23.4°C. The warmest island is Lanzarote (29.9°C), the sunniest is Tenerife and the driest is Gran Canaria, with 0.1 rainy days on average.
Every Canary Island in August, compared
| # | Island | Average high | Sea temperature | Sunshine hours | Rainy days | Sunny now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lanzarote | 29.9° | 21.9° | 309 | 0.1 | 89% |
| 2 | Tenerife | 29.0° | 22.8° | 319 | 0.3 | 38% |
| 3 | Fuerteventura | 27.8° | 21.9° | 289 | 0.1 | 100% |
| 4 | Gran Canaria | 27.5° | 22.5° | 300 | 0.1 | 47% |
| 5 | La Gomera | 27.3° | 23.2° | — | 0.3 | 0% |
| 6 | La Palma | 26.3° | 23.4° | 209 | 0.4 | 50% |
| 7 | El Hierro | 26.1° | 23.4° | 239 | 0.3 | 0% |
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in August?
Yes — the sea is 21.9–23.4°C in August, warm enough for most swimmers. It is warmest around La Palma.
Canary Islands weather month by month
Frequently asked questions
Which Canary Island is warmest in August?
Lanzarote, with average daytime highs of 29.9°C in August, followed by Tenerife at 29.0°C. South coasts are usually warmer and sunnier than north coasts.
Does it rain much in the Canary Islands in August?
Not much: 0.1 to 0.4 rainy days on average in August, depending on the island. Gran Canaria is the driest.
Which Canary Island is sunniest in August?
Tenerife, with about 319 hours of sunshine in August — the most among the islands with official sunshine records.
Which Canary Island has the warmest sea in August?
La Palma, where the sea averages about 23.4°C in August.
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Data source: AEMET © Agencia Estatal de Meteorología · Climate averages from AEMET normals (1981–2010 / 1991–2020). Last reviewed 2026-06-12.