SpainWhat’s the climate like in La Palma?
The current climate in La Palma features temperatures ranging from a high of 27°C to a low of 21°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 24°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 16°C and in the warmer months around 22°C.
The highest temperature recorded in La Palma in recent years was 36°C in August 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 15°C in February 2016.
On average, La Palma receives 209 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate in La Palma is based on weather data from Santa Cruz de la Palma. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in La Palma to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit La Palma?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to La Palma is January through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit La Palma.
Climate Table of La Palma
The climate table of La Palma shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 22 | 21 | 22 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 26 | 24 | 23 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 17 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 18 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 19 | 41 | 18 | 12 | 1,7 | 3,4 | 4,1 | 2,6 | 8,7 | 32 | 40 | 26 |
| UV Index | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 24°C
- Highest temperature: 27°C in August and September
- Lowest temperature: 21°C in February
- Precipitation: 209 mm per year, averaging 17 mm per month
- Driest months: 1,7 mm in May, 2,6 mm in August and 3,4 mm in June
- Wettest months: 41 mm in February, 40 mm in November and 32 mm in October
Weather experiences in La Palma
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Average Temperature per Month in La Palma
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in La Palma, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in La Palma
This graph shows how much rainfall La Palma, Spain, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in La Palma
This graph shows the average UV index per month in La Palma, Spain. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in La Palma
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in La Palma, Spain. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in La Palma
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in La Palma, Spain, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in La Palma
The weather in La Palma is rated an average of 4,5 out of 5 stars by 10 visitors. Have you been to La Palma? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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There was plenty of sunshine, but not too hot. Ideal for exploring nature or relaxing on the beach.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not too hot, perfect for exploring the island and beaches. The sea water was perfect for a refreshing swim. Couldn't have been better!— This text is automatically translated to English
Sunshine every day, average temperature 28 degrees. Lots of swimming in the clean, warm sea. Absolutely sunny place!— This text is automatically translated to English
Ideal for hiking, but too cold for beach days. Less suitable for swimming.— This text is automatically translated to English
The average temperature is between 15 and 20 degrees, ideal for day trips instead of swimming. A few rainy days, but generally good.— This text is automatically translated to English
April on La Palma is unpredictable but certainly pleasant. Less crowded than in the summer season and mostly mild weather. Alternating sunshine and light clouds. Enough sun for swimming and hiking.— This text is automatically translated to English
November on La Palma was pleasant, with lots of sunshine and moderate temperatures: ideal for excursions and relaxing on the beach. Swimming in the sea was perhaps a little cold but refreshing.— This text is automatically translated to English
Not the intense summer heat, but a pleasant mix of sunshine and a few cloudy days. Ideal for hiking and relaxing.— This text is automatically translated to English
An average temperature of 26 degrees and constant sunshine make it an ideal destination for beach lovers. The always warm sea was ideal for swimming, it was a delight!— This text is automatically translated to English
In June it was well warm on the west coast, around 28 degrees. Sometimes cloudy days but still warm. In the evening it cools off nicely.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in La Palma by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for La Palma. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
