Want to go to Fuerteventura in August?
Find out if the region at this time of year will meet your expectations with our comprehensive guide:
- 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
BEFORE ALL OUR TIPS, OUR favorites
Our favorite car rental platform with great offers: DiscoverCars
Our favorite activities:
North: visit to Lobos Island – see availability
South: dolphin-watching tower – see availability
Our favorite hotels:
Boutique: Hotel INNSide Fuerteventura in Costa Calma
5 stars: Hotel Secret Bahia in Corralejo
Adults-only: Hotel Barcelo Roya Level in Caleta de Fuste
Family: Hotel Iberostar Playa Gaviotas in Morro Jable
This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visit the area anonymously, making our own choices, and paying all our bills in full.
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
- North of Fuerteventura
Boat to Lobos Island
Buggy tour
Acua waterpark
Surfing lessons
- South of Fuertenventura
Dolphin watching boat tour
Buggy tour
4WD tour in Cofete
Surfing lessons
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.
- There’s a lot of demand and it’s an island, so book early.
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.
WHERE TO STAY IN Fuerteventura
Option 1: Morro Jable
For its long sandy beaches, gastronomic and nightlife scene and activities. We recommend..:
- Hotel XQ Palacete, small hotel above the beach – see prices, photos and availability
- Hotel Buganvilla with its excellent spa – see prices, photos and availability
- 5-star Iberostar Palace Hotel – see prices, pictures and availability
Option 2: Costa Calma
For its beautiful beaches and water sports. We recommend..:
- Hotel INNSide Fuerteventura, our favorite on the island – see prices, photos and availability
- Hotel H10 Playa Esmeralada – for adults – see prices, pictures and availability
- Hotel H10 Tindaya for families – see prices, pictures and availability
Option 3: Corralejo
For the charm of the town, the number of activities, the choice of beaches and access to the island of Lobos. We recommend :
- Hotel Secret Bahia, for elegant luxury – see prices, photos and availability
- Hotel Boutique La Marquesina in the center of town – see prices, pictures and availability
- Island Hotel Fuerteventura, pur un aparthotel – view prices, pictures and availability
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.
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO Fuerteventura
- Practical advice
25 tips for a successful trip to Fuerteventura
How to get around
How to rent a car in Fuerteventura
Driving tips
Best excursions
Itineraries: 3 days – 4 days – 5 days – 1 week – 10 days
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.
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