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.
Monte Corona at a Glance#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 11° - 18° | 15° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 12° - 19° | 15° | 27 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.0h |
| March | Excellent | 12° - 20° | 16° | 21 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 13° - 21° | 17° | 13 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 5.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.8h |
| May | Excellent | 14° - 22° | 18° | 5 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.5h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 23° | 19° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 5.3 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.9h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 24° | 20° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.7h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 25° | 21° | 1 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.1h |
| September | Ideal | 17° - 25° | 21° | 6 mm | some cloud | 80% | 4.7 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 23° | 20° | 11 mm | some cloud | 77% | 4.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.3h |
| November | Excellent | 14° - 21° | 18° | 24 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Very Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
