Canary Islands weather in March
In March, daytime highs across the 7 Canary Islands range from 21.2 to 23.6°C and the sea from 18.6 to 19.6°C. The warmest island is Lanzarote (23.6°C), the sunniest is Lanzarote and the driest is Fuerteventura, with 1.9 rainy days on average.
Every Canary Island in March, compared
| # | Island | Average high | Sea temperature | Sunshine hours | Rainy days | Sunny now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lanzarote | 23.6° | 18.6° | 257 | 2.2 | 89% |
| 2 | Gran Canaria | 22.3° | 19.1° | 229 | 2.3 | 47% |
| 3 | Fuerteventura | 22.2° | 18.6° | 233 | 1.9 | 100% |
| 4 | Tenerife | 22.1° | 19.3° | 221 | 3.8 | 38% |
| 5 | La Gomera | 21.4° | 19.5° | — | 2.4 | 0% |
| 6 | El Hierro | 21.4° | 19.6° | 192 | 2.8 | 0% |
| 7 | La Palma | 21.2° | 19.5° | 177 | 3.9 | 50% |
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in March?
It is cool: the sea is 18.6–19.6°C in March. Many people still swim briefly; for longer swims a wetsuit helps. The water is warmest around El Hierro.
Canary Islands weather month by month
Frequently asked questions
Which Canary Island is warmest in March?
Lanzarote, with average daytime highs of 23.6°C in March, followed by Gran Canaria at 22.3°C. South coasts are usually warmer and sunnier than north coasts.
Does it rain much in the Canary Islands in March?
Not much: 1.9 to 3.9 rainy days on average in March, depending on the island. Fuerteventura is the driest.
Which Canary Island is sunniest in March?
Lanzarote, with about 257 hours of sunshine in March — the most among the islands with official sunshine records.
Which Canary Island has the warmest sea in March?
El Hierro, where the sea averages about 19.6°C in March.
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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.