Lanzarote in April: weather, beaches and sightseeing

Daytime high: 19.8 C
Night low: 16.6 C
Sea temperature: 18.6 C
Days with rain: 1 of the month

At 19.8°C by day and 18.6°C in the sea, April moves towards warmer conditions without reaching May's averages. Its 6.8 hours of daily sunshine are unchanged from March, while days with rain fall to 1. It suits a spring sightseeing holiday with beach stops better than a trip focused entirely on heat.

Warmer, not summerlike

April's average daytime high reaches 19.8°C, up from March's 19.1°C but below May's 20.9°C. Nights follow the same gradual progression, averaging 16.6°C between March's 15.9°C and May's 17.7°C. Daily sunshine stays at March's 6.8 hours before rising to 7.3 in May. Days with rain average 1 in April, compared with 2 in March and 0 in May; these monthly averages are not a promise about any individual stay. The sea warms to 18.6°C from March's 18.1°C, then reaches 19.5°C in May. April consequently offers a warmer balance than March, but the water still calls for realistic swimming expectations. If the choice is driven mainly by air and water warmth, May has the advantage on both measures without needing to assume April will feel hot.

Keep the itinerary mixed

April suits travellers who want beach time alongside a substantial sightseeing programme, rather than as the sole purpose of the holiday. Timanfaya National Park, La Geria and Salinas de Janubio could provide the framework, with Yaiza or Playa Blanca included according to your interests. Playas de Papagayo or Playa Dorada can be part of the plan without every day needing to revolve around swimming. The lower average number of rain days than March helps make the case for outdoor plans, although flexibility still matters. April does not suit a requirement for consistently hot afternoons or warm sea bathing. For that priority, May's higher air and sea averages make waiting more persuasive; for a mixed spring trip, April's figures are a reasonable fit.

March, April and May compared

Month	Day	Night	Sea	Rain days	Sunshine
March	19.1 C	15.9 C	18.1 C	2	6.8 h
April	19.8 C	16.6 C	18.6 C	1	6.8 h
May	20.9 C	17.7 C	19.5 C	0	7.3 h

Questions about April

Is the sea warm in Lanzarote in April?

April's sea is warmer than March's, but an average of 18.6°C is still a cool-water proposition. March averages 18.1°C and May reaches 19.5°C. Travellers comfortable with cool water may consider swimming, while those who want lingering warm-water bathing should not choose April on the assumption that spring air temperatures also mean a warm sea.

Does it rain much in Lanzarote in April?

April averages 1 day with rain, fewer than March's 2, while May averages 0. This supports planning a holiday with plenty of outdoor time, but it does not show how long rain lasts or how much falls during an individual shower. The monthly figure also cannot guarantee dry weather for your particular travel dates.