Volcán del Cuervo Volcano
Small volcanic crater and lava field on Lanzarote
On Lanzarote, Volcán del Cuervo sits amid lava fields near Tinajo; visitors walk rim trails, inspect volcanic craters and study recent lava flows within easy reach of Timanfaya's volcanic landscapes.
Volcán del Cuervo at a Glance#
Hours: Open year‑round (daylight hours)
Admission: Free (natural site); regional park rules apply
How to Get to Volcán del Cuervo#
Volcán del Cuervo is on the island of Lanzarote; it is typically accessed from the village of Tinajo or the Timanfaya area by car. Local road signage and maps mark parking and the short trail to the rim.
Tips for Visiting Volcán del Cuervo#
- Wear sturdy shoes and expect volcanic rock underfoot - some trails are sharp and uneven.
- Visit in the morning to avoid heat reflection from dark lava fields later in the day.
- Combine the visit with other Timanfaya area sites for a fuller understanding of Lanzarote's volcanic landscape.
Best Time to Visit Volcán del Cuervo#
Best in late autumn to spring for milder temperatures and more comfortable walking.
Weather & Climate near Volcán del Cuervo#
Volcán del Cuervo'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 11°C to 28°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 11° - 19° | 15° | 30 mm | some cloud | 74% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
| February | Excellent | 12° - 20° | 16° | 24 mm | some cloud | 76% | 4.7 m/s | 1.0 high | 11.1h |
| March | Excellent | 12° - 22° | 17° | 18 mm | some cloud | 77% | 4.8 m/s | 1.5 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 13° - 22° | 17° | 10 mm | some cloud | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 23° | 19° | 3 mm | some cloud | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.4h |
| June | Ideal | 16° - 25° | 20° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 81% | 5.4 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 13.8h |
| July | Ideal | 17° - 26° | 22° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 84% | 5.6 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| August | Ideal | 18° - 28° | 23° | 1 mm | mostly sunny | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.0h |
| September | Ideal | 18° - 27° | 22° | 5 mm | mostly sunny | 80% | 6.1 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 16° - 25° | 21° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 77% | 4.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 14° - 23° | 18° | 22 mm | some cloud | 75% | 3.8 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
| December | Excellent | 13° - 20° | 16° | 33 mm | some cloud | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.2h |
