About Tazacorte
A picturesque coastal town with the sunniest climate on La Palma, featuring a beautiful black sand beach, excellent seafood restaurants, and historic sugar cane heritage.
Quick Facts
Population
5,000
Area (km²)
11 km²
Sunny Days/Year
330 days
Beaches
2
Best Season
Year-round
Avg. Temperature
21°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Tazacorte
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
10h 59m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:27
- Sunset
- 17:26
- Golden hour
- 16:53
- Blue hour
- 17:50
1 min less daylight than yesterday
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Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
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Where to stay in Tazacorte
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Tazacorte, from our partner Stay22.
Top Attractions
Tazacorte Beach
Black volcanic sand beach known for having the most sunshine hours in the Canary Islands.
Puerto de Tazacorte
Colorful fishing harbor with excellent seafood restaurants and spectacular Atlantic sunsets.
Book ticketsBanana Museum
Unique museum showcasing the history and cultivation of bananas, La Palmas main export.
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Things to do in Tazacorte
Tours and activities in Tazacorte, 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.
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Climate Overview
Climate Type: Subtropical oceanic
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 Tazacorte
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