Monumento Meridiano Cero

Monument Marker monument indicating the prime meridian in Canary Islands

A Canary Islands monument marking a named meridian point on the island; visited for geographic interest, coastal views and informal photography stops by island visitors.

Monumento Meridiano Cero
La Palma/Canary Islands (exact municipal location varies)
27.7123, -18.1532

How to Get to Monumento Meridiano Cero #

The Canary Islands are served by inter-island flights and ferries; the meridian marker referenced by these coordinates is on La Palma. From the island’s main towns, local roads and taxis provide access-ask at the municipal tourist office for the marker’s exact spot.

Tips for Visiting Monumento Meridiano Cero #

  • Check opening times for nearby observatories or interpretation centers if the meridian is part of a larger scientific installation.
  • Bring a camera with a wide-angle lens - the site's horizon and signage make for strong graphic photos.

Best Time to Visit Monumento Meridiano Cero #

The Canary Islands' climate makes the meridian marker accessible year-round; spring and autumn are pleasant and less crowded.

Winter
December-February · 17-22°C
Mild, stable weather with clear skies - good for coastal walks and monument visits.
Spring/Autumn
March-May, September-November · 18-24°C
Comfortable temperatures and fewer tourists.

Weather & Climate near Monumento Meridiano Cero #

Climate

Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in September) and mild winters (coldest in March). Temperatures range from 17°C to 26°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.

Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustSeptember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
28°
Warmest Month
16°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
17° 21°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
10.5h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm).

80 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
17° 21°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

31 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
11.1h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall.

82 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
17° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

23 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is mild with highs of 20°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall.

84 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
18° 20°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

11 mm
Rainfall
5.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
12.7h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 21°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
19° 21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

4 mm
Rainfall
5.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.

94 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
20° 23°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
6.3 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.7h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 0 mm, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.

96 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
21° 24°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

0 mm
Rainfall
7.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
13.6h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain, mostly sunny skies, and breezy conditions.

96 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
22° 25°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

1 mm
Rainfall
7.0 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.0h daylight

September

September is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 22°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
22° 26°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

8 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 22°C. Light rainfall.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
22° 25°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
11.4h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

88 Excellent

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
20° 24°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

33 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with 52 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
18° 22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.7
UV Index
Moderate
10.3h daylight

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