Lanzarote is also frequently known as the Island of Eternal Spring. The reason? It very rarely goes below 16 degrees celsius at any point during the year which means that even during the Winter months it is a very popular holiday destination.

Of course this doesn’t mean that Winter is the only time it is popular with holiday makers, as in the summer the temperature can soar to the dizzy heights. What you might find is that during some months the heat can be accompanied by a breeze, sometimes quite strong, which gives the impression that it is cooler than it sometimes is - if that makes sense. During the windy months its very easy to get sun burnt - so take care!

So when is the best time of year to visit the Island of Lanzarote?

If you speak to any of the locals on the island they will usually answer with the months of September and October. During these two months, the north easterly trade winds, that can be felt during March - August have died down and the overall climate and conditions appear much more pleasant. Having just returned from a week in Lanzarote during April I can certainly vouch that it can be a struggle keeping the umbrella the right way up on the beach!

The months following October, towards the end of the year, whilst still pleasant have always been a little more cloudy in my experience, especially during the morning.

The climate on Lanzarote can be likened to a desert, which given its close proximity to the Sahara is little suprise really! Due to this there is a known natural phenomenon that can occur at any point during the year - Calimas. Calimas is a creation of the unique Micro Climate of the Sahara desert. A dry and dusty layer of atmosphere forms over the desert during Spring and Summer and with the south easterly winds has a major impact on the weather on Lanzarote. Some recorded temperates have pushed up as high as the mid 30’s during a Calima! This is great if you like the heat, but with the dusty air it can be uncomfortable for anyone with respiratory problems.

December, January and February, whilst a little cooler and often pleasant times to visit Lanzarote. Having said that, record high temperatures were recorded during early 2011 but were quickly followed by violent rain storms and winds that battered the island.

Its very difficult to second guess the weather anywhere, but generally speaking the best time to visit Lanzarote, is indeed as the locals suggest, during September and October. The temperature is managable, and the winds tend to drop.