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 at a Glance#
Address: La Palma/Canary Islands (exact municipal location varies)
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.
Weather & Climate near Monumento Meridiano Cero#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 17° - 21° | 19° | 40 mm | some cloud | 73% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.5h |
| February | Excellent | 17° - 21° | 19° | 31 mm | some cloud | 75% | 5.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.1h |
| March | Excellent | 17° - 21° | 19° | 23 mm | some cloud | 76% | 5.5 m/s | 1.6 very high | 11.9h |
| April | Excellent | 18° - 20° | 19° | 11 mm | some cloud | 76% | 5.7 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 12.7h |
| May | Excellent | 19° - 21° | 20° | 4 mm | mostly sunny | 76% | 5.8 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 13.4h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 23° | 21° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 79% | 6.3 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.7h |
| July | Ideal | 21° - 24° | 23° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 82% | 7.5 m/s | 2.5 extreme | 13.6h |
| August | Ideal | 22° - 25° | 24° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 82% | 7.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.0h |
| September | Ideal | 22° - 26° | 24° | 8 mm | mostly sunny | 79% | 5.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 22° - 25° | 23° | 21 mm | some cloud | 76% | 4.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.4h |
| November | Excellent | 20° - 24° | 22° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Excellent | 18° - 22° | 20° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.3h |