What is Christmas like in Lanzarote?

What is Christmas like in Lanzarote? The holidays are a time for sweet potato or almond pies, ranchos de Pascua (Christmas musical groups), monumental nativity scenes, street markets and warm, friendly gatherings, often on the seashore. Christmas is the perfect time to enjoy the island's pleasant winter.

Can I tan in Lanzarote in December?

Can you sunbathe in Lanzarote in December? In December you can usually still enjoy most days on the beach, lay in the sun and get a bit of colour on your skin.

Is December a good time to visit Lanzarote?

One of the top reasons you must visit Lanzarote in December is to take advantage of the mild weather when you can get out and enjoy all the island offers. From the incredible Timanfaya National Park to the island's best wineries, you'll be inundated with activities to undertake on the island.

Is Lanzarote rainy in December?

There is a 62% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 38% chance of seeing some clouds, with on average 2mm of rainfall this month.

Which Canary Island is best for Christmas?

The most popular destinations for the Christmas holidays in the Canary Islands are Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Tenerife but that does not mean that the rest of the Canaries do not celebrate Christmas. On the contrary, Santa's bag of toys has many hidden surprises!

What is the fruit of Lanzarote?

Dragon Fruit or “Pitaya” as it is locally called is an usual fruit that many of you may not be familiar with. It originally comes from Central America and is a member of the cactus family.

Is Lanzarote warm at Christmas?

The average high temperature in Lanzarote is 22ºC in December, which is perfectly warm enough to relax on the beach and enjoy the winter sun. You should pack a warmer jumper for the evenings as things can get a bit cool, with temperatures dropping to around 14ºC at night.

What clothes to bring to Lanzarote in December?

November and December One thing that always, always happens, is that Christmas day is hot and sunny. Bizarre, but true. Swimwear as well as shorts and t shirts will be fine for the day but you will need a fleece or light jacket for the evenings and a waterproof.

Does it ever get cold in Lanzarote?

The coldest months in Lanzarote are January and February, when temperatures are between 13 and 22 degrees, with an average temperature of 19 degrees - so not very cold at all!

What is Christmas like in Tenerife?

Celebrating Christmas in Tenerife Like mainland Spain, Christmas here is mainly celebrated on Christmas Eve. This is when the locals have a family dinner at home with many shops and restaurants closing early. Many Spanish people also like to attend Midnight Mass (misa del gallo) after dinner.

What is traditional Lanzarote Christmas food?

In Lanzarote, the most famous Christmas dish is trout pastry. This is a delicious and carefully-made dessert, the recipe of which has been passed down from generation to generation. Traditional Christmas trout is made from flour, sweet potato, almonds, lemon, cinnamon, sugar and salt.

Does it get cold in Lanzarote at night?

The average temperature during the day is 20 - 21°C, while at night you can expect temperatures of around 14°C. Although you might need a light jacket or cardigan at night.

What do canarians eat at Christmas?

Popular dishes at Christmas The main plate in Canary Islands is meat or fish. Among the preparations with meat, rabbit, chicken, veal (veal round), pork or lamb cannot be missing. Some of the most popular dishes are the rabbit in salmorejo, the cochino de adobo or de fiesta and the marinated kid.

Which Canary Island is warmest Xmas?

The toasty temperatures of the Canary Islands during Christmas are between 19ºC and 26ºC during the day and around 17ºC at night. Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine!

How do they celebrate Christmas in the Canary Islands?

One of the most typical Christmas traditions in Spain is to visit nativity scenes and one of the most remarkables in the Canaries is the emblematic Bethlehem of Las Canteras beach, in the capital of Gran Canaria. It is an immense sculpture made of sand that represent traditional images of the Nativity Scene.

Is Lanzarote windy at Christmas?

Expect moderate breeze becoming stronger at times during December, with occasional gusts up to 20mph.

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Can you swim in Lanzarote Christmas?

The average sea temperature in Lanzarote is 20C in December, which makes it just about warm enough for swimming comfortably – although if you're used to more tropical waters, you might still find it a little on the chilly side.