Monte Corona
Mountain Volcanic cone shaping Lanzarote's northern landscape
Monte Corona is a volcanic cone on Lanzarote with protected trails and stark lava fields. Hikers follow marked routes to inspect lava formations and panoramas over northern Lanzarote’s black-and-red volcanic terrain.
How to Get to Monte Corona #
Monte Corona is in the Canary Islands; access depends on which island the cone is on. Visitors should approach via local roads and trails or join a guided volcanic walk; 4x4 access may be necessary in some areas.
Tips for Visiting Monte Corona #
- If visiting Monte Corona on Lanzarote, take a 4x4 or join a guided walk-the terrain can be rough.
- Bring a geology book or guide: the volcanic forms and lava flows make more sense with context.
- Sunrise and late afternoon offer the best light on the cone's relief.
Best Time to Visit Monte Corona #
Cooler months (late autumn through spring) are best for exploring volcanic cones; summer can be hot and sun-exposed.
Weather & Climate near Monte Corona #
Monte Corona's climate is classified as Hot Desert - Hot Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 25°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool 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. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 35 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
