AI-generatedArrecife at a glance
- Best time
- May – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 23.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,090 h
- Rain a year
- 76 mm
- Climate
- Dry subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+0 / UTC+1
- Elevation
- 20 m
Climate in Arrecife
Arrecife has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 22 °C. With around 3,090 hours of sunshine a year, Arrecife is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.3 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Arrecife
The best time to visit Arrecife is from May to November. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to June. Rain is a rarity all year: only 76 mm fall in an average year.
Arrecife through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Arrecife in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 24–26 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days in all
Arrecife in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–30 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days in all
Arrecife in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 25–29 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Arrecife in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 22–23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – November
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 22°
07:5419:25
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:40–08:26 · evening 18:53–19:40
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:30–07:40 · evening 19:40–19:49
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Arrecife compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 26° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 22°. The days get 0.8 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 18° |
| Sea | 23° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 11.1 h |
What is the weather like in Arrecife in October?
In October, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 31 min07:54 – 19:25
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 14 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %83 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %80 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
Compare two months in Arrecife
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and September bring similar holiday weather to Arrecife (score 92 and 96). In September, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. September has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in September.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 92 | 96 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 21° |
| Sea | 22.8° | 23.0° |
| Sunshine | 7.8 h | 8.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 2 | 0better |
| Rainfall | 9 mm | 4 mm |
| Muggy days | 14better | 17 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Arrecife month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
58January22° · Sea 19° · 6.9 h
In January, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in January60February22° · Sea 19° · 7.4 h
In February, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in February71March24° · Sea 18° · 8.3 h
In March, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in March79April25° · Sea 19° · 8.8 h
In April, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in April85May26° · Sea 20° · 9.7 h
In May, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in May89June28° · Sea 21° · 9.9 h
In June, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 9.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in June91July29° · Sea 22° · 10.3 h
In July, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 35 km/h. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in July94August30° · Sea 22° · 10.0 h
In August, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in August96September29° · Sea 23° · 8.9 h
In September, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in September92October28° · Sea 23° · 7.8 h
In October, Arrecife is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in October84November25° · Sea 22° · 6.9 h
In November, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It hardly ever rains. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, November is an excellent month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in November67December23° · Sea 20° · 6.7 h
In December, Arrecife is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Arrecife.
Arrecife in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Arrecife
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 14 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (14°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from March to June and from October to December. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 80 days a year, mostly from July to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 58 | 22° | 14° | 19.2° | 6.9 h | 2 | 12 |
| FebruaryFeb | 60 | 22° | 14° | 18.5° | 7.4 h | 3 | 13 |
| MarchMar | 71 | 24° | 15° | 18.4° | 8.3 h | 2 | 7 |
| AprilApr | 79 | 25° | 16° | 18.9° | 8.8 h | 1 | 4 |
| MayMay | 85 | 26° | 17° | 19.8° | 9.7 h | 0 | 1 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 28° | 19° | 20.9° | 9.9 h | 0 | 0 |
| JulyJul | 91 | 29° | 20° | 21.6° | 10.3 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 94 | 30° | 21° | 22.4° | 10.0 h | 0 | 0 |
| SeptemberSep | 96 | 29° | 21° | 23.0° | 8.9 h | 0 | 4 |
| OctoberOct | 92 | 28° | 19° | 22.8° | 7.8 h | 2 | 9 |
| NovemberNov | 84 | 25° | 17° | 21.6° | 6.9 h | 2 | 10 |
| DecemberDec | 67 | 23° | 15° | 20.2° | 6.7 h | 3 | 16 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
28.96° N, 13.55° W · 20 m · Atlantic/Canary
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Arrecife
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.2 – 23.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Dec
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Arrecife ranges from 18.4 °C in March to 23.0 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to December.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in September, while the air already peaks in August. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 22.4 and 23.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.2° | 18.4° | 20.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 18.5° | 17.5° | 19.4° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.4° | 17.4° | 19.2° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 18.9° | 18.1° | 19.7° | fresh |
| MayMay | 19.8° | 19.1° | 20.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 20.9° | 20.2° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 21.6° | 20.9° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.4° | 21.8° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 23.0° | 22.4° | 23.8° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.8° | 22.2° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 21.6° | 20.7° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 20.2° | 19.5° | 21.1° | refreshing |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Arrecife
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.8 of 11.5 hours of daylight in Arrecife, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 5 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Arrecife: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Arrecife has about 2 rainy days with 9 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Arrecife
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 12).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 min
- Olive skin
- about 45 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Arrecife
How breezy and how cloudy Arrecife is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Arrecife typically peaks at 26 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Arrecife: mostly sunny, with about 7.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Arrecife
How often the day gets hot in Arrecife (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Arrecife has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Arrecife
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Arrecife in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Arrecife has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 63).
- 77
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 8.7 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 86
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 93
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 92
October half-term
Oct
Excellent
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 63
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 3 h 45 min
- Distance
- 2,730 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Spain
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +34
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Compare & alternatives
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Arrecife compared
Put Arrecife side by side with another destination.
Arrecife vs Puerto del Carmen
In October the holiday weather in Arrecife and Puerto del Carmen is about equally good (score 92 vs 92). During the day it is about as warm in Puerto del Carmen as in Arrecife. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Arrecife | Puerto del Carmen |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 92 | 92 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 |
| Best time | May – Nov | May – Nov |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Spain in October: the best places
In October, Arrecife ranks 8 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 3Los Gigantes27°24°94
- 4San Sebastián de La Gomera27°24°94
- 5Las Palmas de Gran Canaria26°23°93
- 6Icod de los Vinos27°24°93
- 7Garachico28°24°93
- 8ArrecifeThis page28°23°92
Places nearby
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Places with a similar climate
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Destinations whose weather through the year is closest to Arrecife's – good alternatives.
- 85 % similar92Puerto Rico de Gran CanariaSpain27°23°Best time: May – Nov
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Frequently asked questions about Arrecife
When is the best time to visit Arrecife?
The best time to visit Arrecife is from May to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Arrecife?
The sea temperature in Arrecife ranges from 18.4 °C in March to 23.0 °C in September. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to December.
Can you swim in Arrecife in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Arrecife?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 22 °C.
When does it rain most in Arrecife?
Rain is a rarity all year: only 76 mm fall in an average year.
How many hours of sunshine does Arrecife get?
Arrecife gets around 3,090 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.3 hours a day; in December there are 6.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Arrecife in?
Arrecife is on UTC+0 in January and UTC+1 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Arrecife?
A nonstop flight from London to Arrecife takes about 3 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 2,730 km.
Which school holidays are best for Arrecife?
Arrecife has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 93) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 63). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 77, May half-term 86, summer holidays 93, October half-term 92, Christmas holidays 63.