La Palma weather
Our guide to the weather in La Palma during August
August is the perfect time to take a holiday in La Palma. A slight increase in cloud cover can give some respite from the hot summer sunshine, but days are largely sunny and nights pleasantly balmy. We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for La Palma, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about La Palma weather in August.
How warm is it in La Palma during August?
August is typically the hottest month in La Palma. The temperature hits about 29℃ during the day, falling away to a balmy 25℃ at night. Of course, the high humidity will make it feel even hotter. The UV index will be high at this time of year, so protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Try to limit exposure between 10am and 4pm. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every few hours, even if it's cloudy, or more frequently after sweating or swimming, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses too, and bear in mind that bright surfaces, such as sand and water increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in La Palma during August?
On average, in August you'll see rain on just one day in the month. In other words, you shouldn't see any of the wet stuff. Due to the high temperature and humidity, you might expect lots of thunderstorms, however they're actually fairly infrequent at this time of year. On average, August will see just 2 days that produce a storm.
Is it windy in La Palma during August?
You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during August. The high humidity and warm temperature will make the breeze feel warm, so any cooling effect will be limted.
How warm is the sea in La Palma during August?
The water temperature around La Palma reaches a pleasant 23℃ during August. While generally considered warm, some people might find it a little on the cool side on entering the water. The hot air temperature and relatively high humidity will mean that you will feel comfortably warm when coming out of the water.
Holidays in La Palma
Holiday deals you might be interested in
La Palma Blog posts
From the UK's most popular travel bloggers
Cheapest places to holiday in February
12th February 2021 by Andy
Plummeting temperatures do little to help the onset of post-holiday blues, so what does that mean for travellers? A hot, long-haul trip to distant shores where the sun is shining, festivals are in full swing and prices are cheaper than January.If you embrace the cold and can’t wait to get the snow gear out, you’ll also find an abundance of powder in some of the world’s top ski resorts. Get ready to drag out the festive season just that little bit longer, with top holiday places to visit...
The Canarian potatoes recipe: How to make Papas Arrugadas
9th February 2021 by Inside the Travel Lab
Papas arrugadas. They may look as though they’re just potatoes with more wrinkles than Mick Jagger and a crusting of salt on the top but…No, hang on, it’s true. The recipe boils down (ho-ho!) to potatoes and, er, salt. Some daring souls throw in a splash of lemon juice but I suspect that’s because they feel embarrassed to list a “recipe†with only two ingredients....
Weather in La Palma
Our month-by-month guide to the weather and climate in La Palma
La Palma weather in
JanuaryLa Palma weather in
FebruaryLa Palma weather in
MarchLa Palma weather in
AprilLa Palma weather in
MayLa Palma weather in
JuneLa Palma weather in
JulyLa Palma weather in
AugustLa Palma weather in
SeptemberLa Palma weather in
OctoberLa Palma weather in
NovemberLa Palma weather in
December