About Los Llanos de Aridane
The largest town on La Palma, located on the sunny west coast with access to beautiful beaches, banana plantations, and the dramatic Cumbre Vieja volcanic landscape.
Quick Facts
Population
20,000
Area (km²)
35 km²
Best Season
Year-round
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Los Llanos de Aridane
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 06:00
- Sunset
- 18:12
- Golden hour
- 17:41
- Blue hour
- 18:36
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Los Llanos de Aridane month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
Best time to go
May – October
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 17° | 17° | 18° | 18° | 20° | 22° | 23° | 24° | 24° | 22° | 20° | 18° |
| Night | 15° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 20° | 21° | 21° | 20° | 18° | 16° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 21 | 31 | 24 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 20 | 26 | 40 |
| Rain days (days) | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 9.7 | 10.6 | 11.2 | 12.1 | 12.8 | 13.3 | 13 | 12.6 | 11.7 | 10.7 | 9.6 | 9.5 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Los Llanos de Aridane month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
May – September
Driest month
July · 0%
Wettest month
December · 18%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 11% | 13% | 12% | 8% | 3% | 1% | 0% | 1% | 3% | 13% | 15% | 18% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
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Where to stay in Los Llanos de Aridane
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Los Llanos de Aridane, from our partner Stay22.
Top Attractions
Caldera de Taburiente
Massive volcanic crater national park with ancient Canary pine forests, waterfalls, and dramatic hiking trails.
Book ticketsPuerto de Tazacorte
Charming coastal town with the islands best sunsets, black sand beaches, and fresh seafood restaurants.
Book ticketsBanana Plantations
Scenic agricultural landscapes with traditional Canarian banana cultivation and farm tours.
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Things to do in Los Llanos de Aridane
Tours and activities in Los Llanos de Aridane, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit La Palma is from April to June and September to October. Known as 'La Isla Bonita' (The Beautiful Island), La Palma offers lush green landscapes, ancient laurel forests, and dramatic volcanic scenery. These months provide perfect conditions for hiking the Caldera de Taburiente and stargazing at the Roque de los Muchachos observatory.
Climate Overview
La Palma has a subtropical oceanic climate with the most rainfall of all Canary Islands, creating its lush laurel forests. The island's high altitude creates distinct climate zones, from coastal warmth to cool mountain peaks. Temperatures range from 15-26°C. The 2021 Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption created new landscapes to explore.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 20° | 14° | 50 |
February | 20° | 14° | 45 |
March | 21° | 14° | 35 |
April | 22° | 15° | 20 |
May | 23° | 16° | 10 |
June | 25° | 18° | 5 |
July | 27° | 20° | 0 |
August | 28° | 21° | 5 |
September | 27° | 20° | 15 |
October | 25° | 18° | 35 |
November | 23° | 16° | 55 |
December | 21° | 15° | 60 |
Weather in Los Llanos de Aridane
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