Weather in Lanzarote in March

How March compares

March is the 10th warmest month of the year in Lanzarote and ranks 58th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Within Spain it is 23rd of 87 (Spain in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Lanzarote is 8.6°C warmer by day and 12.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Lanzarote peaks at 19.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 21.1°C or more. Roughly 1 in 63 days top 25°C and 1 in 1000 pass 30°C. Nights average 15.9°C; one night in ten drops to 14.2°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 30.8°C (2017-03-11) and the coldest night 12.0°C (2020-03-26).

Rain in March

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 2 days with 1 mm or more, 10 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 1996 with 36 mm, the driest 2000 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 18.1°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.3°C to 18.9°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (22.9°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.8 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.8 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:04 and sets about 19:03 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 43%.

Is March a good time to visit Lanzarote?

It is a reasonable choice: mild days. The best months for Lanzarote on our scoring are August, September, July.

Comfortable days, but pack for cooler evenings

Lanzarote in March suits travellers who prefer being outside without much heat. A light top may feel comfortable during the warmer part of the day, but bring a jumper or light jacket for evenings and cooler spells. Even the warmest 10% of days only reach 21.1°C or more, while just 2% reach 25°C, so summer-style warmth is the exception rather than the expectation. The coldest 10% of nights fall to 14.2°C or below, making an extra layer useful if you plan to sit outside after dark. Choose March for mild daytime weather, not for reliable heat from morning to evening.

Little rain, with room for cloudy spells

Rain is unlikely to be the main drawback: March averages about 2 rainy days and 10.0 mm across the month. That supports plans built around time outdoors, though it is still sensible to leave some flexibility rather than expect every day to stay dry. Sunshine averages about 6.8 hours within 11.8 hours of daylight, so there is plenty of scope for brighter spells without a promise of clear skies throughout the day. Keep sun protection handy, and take a light layer when heading out for longer. This is a better fit for enjoying mild weather than for relying on uninterrupted sunshine.

The sea is the main compromise

Sea swimming needs more thought than the daytime temperature might suggest. The average water temperature is 18.1°C, with a year-to-year range of 17°C to 19°C, so expect a bracing dip rather than a comfortably warm swim. If you feel the cold easily, spending time beside the water may appeal more than staying in it. For longer swims, consider bringing a wetsuit rather than assuming ordinary swimwear will be enough for you. March therefore works best when swimming is optional. If warm water is essential to your holiday, these temperatures are a clear reason to reconsider rather than hope for an unusually warm week.