Weather in La Gomera in August

How August compares

August is the 1st warmest month of the year in La Gomera and ranks 108th of 134 destinations we compare for August - see where else is hot in August. Within Spain it is 72nd of 87 (Spain in August). Against London's average high of 21.4°C in August, La Gomera is 5.4°C warmer by day and 10.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in August

The typical August day in La Gomera peaks at 26.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 28.1°C or more. About 97% of days top 25°C and 1 in 26 pass 30°C. Nights average 23.9°C; one night in ten drops to 21.4°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest August day here reached 42.3°C (2020-08-27) and the coldest night 18.9°C (2018-08-21).

Rain in August

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 0 days with 1 mm or more, 1 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest August was 2002 with 6 mm, the driest 1991 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 77%.

Sea temperature in August

The sea averages 22.9°C - warm enough to swim (22°c+). Depending on the year it ranges from 22.4°C to 23.4°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (23.7°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:39 and sets about 20:47 local time in mid-August. Average cloud cover is 12%.

Is August a good time to visit La Gomera?

Yes - it is one of the better months: hot days, little rain and long sunny days. The best months for La Gomera on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Warm days, with little relief at night

August is La Gomera's warmest month, so choose it for a summer holiday rather than cooler walking weather. Days reach 25°C almost throughout the month, while only 4% reach 30°C: hot weather is typical, but that higher threshold is not. Humidity averages 77%, so leave strenuous activity for earlier or later in the day and take a proper break around midday. Loose, breathable clothes are a better fit than heavy fabrics, and accommodation with cooling is worth prioritising if warm bedrooms bother you. Evenings generally call for light clothing rather than the extra layers you might pack for a UK summer night.

Good swimming weather and little need for a rain plan

The sea averages 22.9°C, making August a sensible choice if swimming is central to your holiday. Expect water that feels cooler than the air, rather than bath-like warmth; your own tolerance will still decide how long you stay in. Rain is unlikely to disrupt outdoor plans, with about 0 rainy days in a typical August, though that is not a guarantee of completely dry weather. There are about 11.4 hours of sunshine within 13.0 hours of daylight, leaving plenty of room to shift activities away from midday. Pack sun protection and plan access to shade rather than treating every sunny hour as time to spend exposed.