About Fuerteventura
The oldest Canary Island with endless golden beaches and world-class windsurfing
Cities(4)
Caleta de Fuste
Family-friendly resort with sheltered beach and excellent golf facilities
Corralejo
Popular surf town with stunning dunes and ferry access to Lobos Island
Costa Calma
Peaceful resort known for world-class windsurfing and long sandy beaches
Morro Jable
Scenic town at the southern tip with spectacular Jandia beaches
Quick Facts
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Fuerteventura
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
10h 60m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:11
- Sunset
- 17:10
- Golden hour
- 16:38
- Blue hour
- 17:35
1 min less daylight than yesterday
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
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Where to stay in Fuerteventura
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Fuerteventura, from our partner Stay22.
Top Attractions
Cofete Beach
Remote 12km pristine beach backed by dramatic mountains, one of Europes wildest coastlines
Betancuria
Historic former capital with beautiful colonial architecture and artisan shops
Book ticketsOasis Wildlife Park
Zoo and botanical garden with African animals, camel rides, and native species
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Things to do in Fuerteventura
Tours and activities in Fuerteventura, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Fuerteventura is from March to May and September to November. These months offer perfect conditions for the island's famous beaches and water sports. With over 150 kilometers of coastline and constant trade winds, Fuerteventura is Europe's premier windsurfing and kitesurfing destination.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Subtropical desert
Fuerteventura has a subtropical desert climate, similar to the Sahara Desert due to its proximity to Africa. The island is the oldest in the Canaries and the driest after Lanzarote. Constant trade winds make it cooler than its latitude suggests, with temperatures ranging from 17-28°C. The endless beaches and dunes define its landscape.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 21° | 14° | 15 |
February | 22° | 14° | 10 |
March | 23° | 15° | 10 |
April | 24° | 16° | 5 |
May | 25° | 17° | 0 |
June | 27° | 19° | 0 |
July | 29° | 21° | 0 |
August | 30° | 22° | 0 |
September | 29° | 21° | 5 |
October | 27° | 19° | 10 |
November | 24° | 17° | 15 |
December | 22° | 15° | 20 |
Weather in Fuerteventura
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Related Destinations
Corralejo
Popular surf town with stunning dunes and ferry access to Lobos Island
Morro Jable
Scenic town at the southern tip with spectacular Jandia beaches
Caleta de Fuste
Family-friendly resort with sheltered beach and excellent golf facilities
Costa Calma
Peaceful resort known for world-class windsurfing and long sandy beaches