Best time to visit La Palma

Q: Which is the hottest month in La Palma?

The hottest time of year in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 24°C.

Q: Which month has the most rain in La Palma?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma with 89mm on average. There are normally 8 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in La Palma?

The sunniest time of year in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in La Palma?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma in September when the water temperature reaches 24°C.

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When is the best time to visit La Palma?

The best time to visit La Palma (Santa Cruz de la Palma) is July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in La Palma?

The hottest time of year in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 24°C.

Which month has the most rain in La Palma?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma with 89mm on average. There are normally 8 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in La Palma?

The sunniest time of year in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 67% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in La Palma?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Santa Cruz de la Palma, La Palma in September when the water temperature reaches 24°C.