Fuerteventura in August: weather, temperatures... (+ tips)

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Fuerteventura weather in August (temperatures, weather…)
Swimming conditions: water temperature and wind
Travel conditions: crowds, prices, openings
What to do in Fuerteventura in August, special activities and events

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Going to Fuerteventura in August: quick answers

Best things to do in Fuerteventura in August

1. Climate in Fuerteventura in August – weather forecast

2. Fuerteventura temperatures in August

3. Rain in Fuerteventura in August

4. Sunshine in Fuerteventura in August

5. Water temperature – swimming in Fuerteventura in August

6. Wind in Fuerteventura in August

7. Crowds and other conditions

8. August events in Fuerteventura

9. August prices

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Going to Fuerteventura in August: quick answers

Is the weather nice in Fuerteventura in August? Is this a good time to visit?

In Fuerteventura, the weather is fine all year round. August is the hottest month of the year. It’s not raining. You’ll be able to enjoy all kinds of activities, both at sea and in the mountains. The winds that blow across the island throughout the year are strongest in summer. It’s a good time to visit the island for water sports enthusiasts.

There are plenty of tourists, but August is still a good time to visit Fuerteventura.

Travelling to Fuerteventura in August – summary of conditions

Temperatures

Temperatures are pleasant. The thermometer reads an average of 23°C (73°F). The calima, an occasional episode of warm wind, can add a few degrees.

Water temperatures

In August, the sea is warm. Its temperature is around 22°C (72°F). Off to the beach!

Crowds and prizes

August is high season in Fuerteventura. There are a lot of tourists, and prices are rising accordingly.

Opening conditions

Everything’s open in August: attractions, hotels, restaurants. In the event of a drought-related fire, certain roads and infrastructures may be closed.

Day

The sun rises around 7:30 am and sets around 8:30 pm.

Best things to do in Fuerteventura in August

As we do all year round, we love exploring the island:

The magnificent island of Lobos
Corralejo Sand Dunes Park
Ajuy caves and black sand beach
Betancuria and the mountain route
The cheese museum
Long walks along the beaches
The Cofete wilderness
…

See our article on what to do in Fuerteventura.

And lots of activities like these:

HAVE FUN WITH THESE activities

Dolphin watching
Boat to Lobos Island
Buggy tour
But also; surfing lessons, 4WD tour in Cofete, windsurfing, scuba diving…

See all activities in Fuerteventura ->

1. Climate in Fuerteventura in August – weather forecast

In the Canary Islands, the climate varies little between seasons. However, it varies from island to island.

Fuerteventura is one of the islands closest to Africa. It’s also one of the least rainy. The climate is relatively warm and dry all year round.

August temperatures are around 23°C (73°F) and it doesn’t rain. The Canary Current, which runs between Morocco and Fuerteventura, keeps the sea cool in all seasons. In August, the island is windier than the rest of the year, especially by the sea: we like to try our hand at surfing and other board sports. Note that Fuerteventura is sometimes hit by the calima, a wind laden with sand from the Sahara that can raise temperatures and sometimes cause a yellow haze to appear.

In the mountains, the weather lends itself to hiking, but crowds clog up the paths. Take extra care in dry weather.

2. Fuerteventura temperatures in August

Temperatures generally average no more than 30°C (86°F).

Temperatures in Puerto del Rosario:

24°C (75°F) on average
Number of days with average temperatures above 18°C = 31

Temperatures in Corralejo:

23°C (73°F) on average
Number of days with average temperatures above 18°C = 31

Temperatures in Morro Jable:

23°C (73°F) on average
Number of days with average temperatures above 18°C = 31

Temperatures in the mountains

In the mountains, it all depends on your altitude. The higher you go, the windier and colder it gets. However, the highest peak is only 800 meters high: it doesn’t snow there.

OUR TIPS FOR RENTING A CAR IN Fuerteventura

Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
A small car is all you need.
But you can also choose a larger one if you wish, as the parking spaces are rather large.
Demand is high, so book early.

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3. Rain in Fuerteventura in August

It rains very little in Fuerteventura throughout the year. In August, rainfall is heavier but still rare.

Rainfall in Puerto del Rosario: 24 mm
(on average 2 days)
Rainfall in Corralejo: 10 mm
(in less than 1 day on average)
Rainfall at Morro Jable: 16 mm
(over 1 day on average)

It never snows on the island.

4. Sunshine in Fuerteventura in August

The Canary Islands are one of the sunniest regions in the world. In August in Fuerteventura, the sun rises around 7:30 am and sets around 8:30 pm, with 12 hours of sunshine.

CHOOSING A HOTEL IN Fuerteventura

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5. Water temperature – swimming in Fuerteventura in August

August is an ideal time for swimming in Fuerteventura. Discover below the average temperature of the sea.

Puerto del Rosario: 22°C (72°F)
Corralejo: 22°C (72°F)
Morro Jable: 22°C (72°F)

6. Wind in Fuerteventura in August

The wind blows all year round on the Canary Islands. That’s because they’re located in the Atlantic Ocean, with no surrounding obstacles to stop it. Fuerteventura is the windiest. It’s nicknamed “the island of the winds”. August is one of the windiest months of the year. Don’t worry: it won’t interfere with tourist activities.

The wind blows the most on the open spaces and seashores, but the wind you feel also depends on your position on the island and the direction in which it blows.

The “trade winds” cool the air in summer. They also guarantee constant waves along the coast. We also enjoy water sports such as surfing and windsurfing. Also blows the chergui, a warm wind from Africa.

Several times a year, the latter transforms into a calima, a wind laden with dust and sand from the Sahara. It raises temperatures and affects visibility, but generally doesn’t prevent you from enjoying the island. Above all, it is less frequent in summer.

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7. Crowds and other conditions

August is a popular month to visit the island, because of the summer vacations. Tourists are very numerous. Be sure to book your accommodation in advance of your arrival.

8. August events in Fuerteventura

Fuerteventura World Cup

This event brings together several international windsurfing and kitesurfing competitions. It usually lasts more than two weeks in late July and early August. Concerts, parties and other entertainment accompany the event.

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9. August prices

As everywhere, prices vary depending on what you are looking for. Accommodation ranges from youth hostels to 5-star hotels. It is therefore difficult to give a budget. However, August is high season: prices are higher than the rest of the year.