Lanzarote weather in January

Lanzarote in January: expect average daytime highs of 21.7°C, nights around 13.6°C, a sea temperature of 19.4°C and about 2.8 rainy days. That comes with around 213 hours of sunshine, making it one of Europe's sunniest winter escapes.

Lanzarote climate averages in January

Monthly climate normals, Lanzarote Aeropuerto, Arrecife (NOAA-NCEI, 1991-2020). Sea temperature from multi-year averages.
Average high21.7 °C
Average low13.6 °C
Sea temperature19.4 °C
Rainy days2.8
Sunshine hours213
Sunrise / sunset (mid-month)07:48 / 18:18
Daylight (mid-month)10 h 30 min

Lanzarote weather month by month

Frequently asked questions

Is Lanzarote warm in January?

Yes. Lanzarote in January has average daytime highs of 21.7°C and mild nights around 13.6°C, typical of the islands' subtropical climate.

Can you swim in the sea on Lanzarote in January?

The sea around Lanzarote averages 19.4°C in January — cool, but still swimmable for many, especially with a short wetsuit.

Does it rain much on Lanzarote in January?

Not much. Lanzarote sees about 2.8 rainy days on average in January, so most days stay dry and sunny.

What should I pack for Lanzarote in January?

Light summer clothing for the daytime, a light layer for the evenings, plus sun cream and sunglasses — the UV stays high even in winter.

What time does it get dark in Lanzarote in January?

In Lanzarote in January the sun sets at around 18:18 and rises at around 07:48 (mid-month, local time), giving roughly 10 h 30 min of daylight.

Weather in resorts and towns on Lanzarote

Data source: AEMET © Agencia Estatal de Meteorología · Monthly climate averages use published, island-specific sources and reference periods. See the source list in our methodology. Last reviewed 2026-06-12.

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