Which is the hottest month in El Hierro?

The hottest time of year in Frontera, El Hierro is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 24°C.

Best time to visit El Hierro

Q: When is the best time to visit El Hierro?

The best time to visit El Hierro (Frontera) is July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which month has the most rain in El Hierro?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Frontera, El Hierro with 74mm on average. There are normally 5 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in El Hierro?

The sunniest time of year in Frontera, El Hierro is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 66% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in El Hierro?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Frontera, El Hierro in September when the water temperature reaches 24°C.

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When is the best time to visit El Hierro?

The best time to visit El Hierro (Frontera) is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for El Hierro (Frontera) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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El Hierro travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to El Hierro with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

El Hierro - quick facts
Flight time^✝	10 hours
Time difference	UK +0 hours
Language(s)	Spanish
Currency	Euro
Electricity	C plug (230V)
Driving side	Right

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Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Which month has the most rain in El Hierro?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Frontera, El Hierro with 0mm on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in El Hierro?

The sunniest time of year in Frontera, El Hierro is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in El Hierro?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Frontera, El Hierro in January when the water temperature reaches 0°C.

What is the flight time to El Hierro from the UK?

The flight time to El Hierro from the UK is typically 10 hours.

What is the time difference between El Hierro and the UK?

The time difference between El Hierro and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in El Hierro?

The main language spoken in El Hierro is Spanish.

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What is the currency in El Hierro?

The currency in El Hierro is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in El Hierro?

El Hierro uses electrical plug type C (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in El Hierro?

They drive on the right side of the road in El Hierro.

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