Caldera Blanca
Crater Volcanic caldera on Lanzarote, Canary Islands
On Lanzarote, Caldera Blanca is a volcanic crater in Los Volcanes Natural Park. Hikers follow marked trails across recent lava fields to a rim that frames the island’s volcanic terrain.
How to Get to Caldera Blanca #
Caldera Blanca is accessed from roads across central Lanzarote; large car parks and trailheads exist near the caldera rim. Drive from Arrecife or Yaiza and follow local signage in the protected area.
Tips for Visiting Caldera Blanca #
- Caldera Blanca is in Lanzarote's protected landscape-stick to marked trails to avoid fragile volcanic soils.
- Morning visits give clearer air for long-distance views across the island and to neighbouring Fuerteventura.
- Bring sun protection and water-the caldera floor offers little shade.
Best Time to Visit Caldera Blanca #
Best visited in winter through spring for mild temperatures and clearer views across the Canary Islands.
Weather & Climate near Caldera Blanca #
Caldera Blanca's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 26°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain, partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and breezy conditions.
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October
October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 33 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
