Destination guide
Corralejo weather by month
July, August and September are the best months for warm-weather holidays in Corralejo, with September particularly good if swimming matters to you. Daytime averages reach 25°C and the sea reaches 23°C, while rain is scarce. Winter suits travellers who prefer mild days to summer warmth, though January averages 19°C and the sea feels cooler. Spring offers a gradual warm-up; autumn keeps much of summer's warmth but loses some sunshine.
The climate here is within a degree of Lanzarote, so if you are choosing between the two, the weather will not decide it for you.
- Hottest month
- 25.2°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 19.0°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 22.9°CSeptember
- Flight from London
- 4 h 12 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Corralejo, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Corralejo the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Corralejo through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.0°C | 15.7°C | 18.9°C | 5.6 | 10 | 2 | 0% |
| February | 19.2°C | 15.5°C | 18.2°C | 6.2 | 11 | 2 | 1% |
| March | 19.9°C | 15.9°C | 18.2°C | 6.9 | 8 | 2 | 2% |
| April | 20.5°C | 16.7°C | 18.7°C | 6.8 | 4 | 1 | 2% |
| May | 21.6°C | 17.7°C | 19.5°C | 7.3 | 1 | 0 | 3% |
| June | 23.0°C | 19.3°C | 20.6°C | 7.9 | 1 | 0 | 7% |
| Julybest | 24.3°C | 20.5°C | 21.5°C | 8.8 | 0 | 0 | 23% |
| Augustbest | 25.2°C | 21.4°C | 22.4°C | 8.6 | 0 | 0 | 49% |
| Septemberbest | 25.1°C | 21.4°C | 22.9°C | 7.6 | 3 | 1 | 53% |
| October | 24.2°C | 20.4°C | 22.7°C | 6.4 | 10 | 2 | 24% |
| November | 22.1°C | 18.7°C | 21.4°C | 5.5 | 10 | 2 | 5% |
| December | 20.2°C | 16.9°C | 20.0°C | 5.6 | 18 | 3 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Corralejo
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: August, September. December is the wettest month (18 mm, about 3 rainy days) and July the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in September at 22.9°C and coolest in February at 18.2°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Fuerteventura Airport (FUE, 31 km from Corralejo) takes roughly 4 h 12 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Atlantic/Canary.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Corralejo between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.0°C on 13 October 2017; the coldest fell to 10.8°C on 8 February 2018. In August one day in ten tops 26.7°C and about 1% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 13.8°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 2004 with 68 mm, against a December average of 18 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Corralejo
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:50 | 18:19 | 10.5 h | 5.6 h |
| February | 07:35 | 18:45 | 11.2 h | 6.2 h |
| March | 07:05 | 19:04 | 12.0 h | 6.9 h |
| April | 07:30 | 20:21 | 12.9 h | 6.8 h |
| May | 07:04 | 20:39 | 13.6 h | 7.3 h |
| June | 06:57 | 20:55 | 14.0 h | 7.9 h |
| July | 07:07 | 20:55 | 13.8 h | 8.8 h |
| August | 07:25 | 20:35 | 13.2 h | 8.6 h |
| September | 07:40 | 20:01 | 12.3 h | 7.6 h |
| October | 07:56 | 19:26 | 11.5 h | 6.4 h |
| November | 07:18 | 18:02 | 10.7 h | 5.5 h |
| December | 07:41 | 18:00 | 10.3 h | 5.6 h |
Winter: mild days, cooler swims
December to February works best for spending time outdoors without expecting summer heat. December averages 20°C by day, dropping to 19°C in January and February, so light clothing may suit the warmer part of the day, but bring a jumper for evenings. Nights average 16°C in January and February. Swimming is more of a personal preference than an obvious draw: the sea falls from 20°C in December to 18°C in February. December is the wettest month, averaging 3 rain days, though persistent rain is not the main drawback. The bigger compromise is limited warmth, with 6 hours of sunshine a day.
Spring: improving warmth, with the sea lagging behind
March and April are better for travellers who want comfortable daytime weather than those planning long swims. Both average 20°C during the day, while the sea is 18°C in March and 19°C in April. Keep a light layer handy after sunset, as evenings remain cooler than the afternoons. May is the stronger choice for a warmer spring holiday: daytime temperatures reach 22°C, nights average 18°C and the sea reaches 20°C. Average rain days fall from 2 in March to 1 in April and 0 in May. Sunshine stays at 7 hours daily throughout spring, so the main improvement is warmth rather than extra sunshine.
Summer and autumn: choose sunshine or warmer water
June starts summer gently, averaging 23°C by day and 21°C in the sea. July and August bring the most sunshine, at 9 hours daily, making them strong choices for beach-focused days; plan shade around midday rather than treating moderate averages as a reason to stay out continuously. September matches August's rounded daytime average of 25°C, but has warmer water at 23°C. October keeps that sea temperature and averages 24°C by day, making it appealing for swimming despite sunshine dropping to 6 hours and rain returning. November is milder at 22°C, with a 21°C sea. June through September average 0 rain days, but that is not a guarantee of dry weather. For late-season warmth, September and October offer the clearest advantages.
A little more detail
Corralejo weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Corralejo?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Corralejo are July, August and September. August is the hottest month (average high 25.2°C) and January the coolest (19.0°C).
How many months a year is Corralejo over 25°C?
2 months in Corralejo average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 9 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Corralejo?
December is the wettest month in Corralejo (18 mm on average) and July the driest (0 mm). Annual rainfall averages 76 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Corralejo?
The hottest day recorded in Corralejo between 1991 and 2020 reached 37.0°C on 13 October 2017; the coldest fell to 10.8°C on 8 February 2018. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Corralejo?
September and October have the warmest sea, averaging 23°C. September is the better all-round choice for sunshine and low rainfall, while October retains the same water temperature with slightly cooler days and a greater chance of rain.
Will I need a jumper in the evenings?
Pack a jumper for winter and spring, when average nights range from 16°C to 18°C. Summer evenings are warmer, with August and September averaging 21°C overnight, so lighter clothing is more likely to feel comfortable.
Is Corralejo a good choice for winter sunshine?
Yes, if you want mild outdoor weather rather than reliable heat for sunbathing. Winter brings around 6 hours of sunshine daily and daytime averages of 19°C to 20°C. Cooler evenings and sea temperatures are the main compromises.
See also: Spain weather by month · where else is hot in August
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Corralejo. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C