When To Go · Destination Guide
Atlantic lava reefs, angel sharks, and wild beaches on the wind-sculpted Canary Island
Updated Apr 20, 2026 • 28 sources
When to go
Fuerteventura works yearround, but the easiest allround water window is September to November.
Best overall window
Warmest practical water around 22°C to 24°C, often lighter winds than midsummer, good visibility, and easy mixedtrip planning.
Outside the easiest stretch
Surface chop can add a little more texture on exposed entries.
Start with the overall answer, then switch only when scuba, freedive, snorkel, or topside timing changes the trip in a meaningful way.
The overall row stays visible so you can compare it against the currently selected scope.
| Scope | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | Overall - Jan: More variable | Overall - Feb: More variable | Overall - Mar: Good | Overall - Apr: Good | Overall - May: Good | Overall - Jun: Good | Overall - Jul: More variable | Overall - Aug: More variable | Overall - Sep: Best | Overall - Oct: Best | Overall - Nov: Best | Overall - Dec: More variable |
These do not replace the overall planner. Use them only if a specific animal or event is driving your trip dates.
Angel Sharks
Best for Scuba
Nov to Mar
Winter and early spring give the best chance of seeing critically protected angel sharks resting on sandy or rockysand sites such as La Caleta and El Canon.
Warmest Water Window
Best for Scuba, Freedive, Snorkel
Aug to Nov
Water typically peaks in late summer and autumn, making these the most comfortable months for repeated scuba, freedive, and snorkel sessions.
Best All-Round Visibility and Comfort
Best for Scuba, Freedive, Snorkel
Sep to Nov
This is the most useful overlap of warmer water, lower wind than midsummer, and flexible boat operations for mixed watersport groups.
Lobos Day-Trip Season
Best for Snorkel, Topside
Year-round
Lobos ferries and water taxis run as conditions and schedules allow, but landing visitors need authorization and should plan around the two daily visitor shifts.
Trade-Wind Beach Energy
Best for Topside
Jun to Aug
Peak summer winds can complicate exposed dive and snorkel sites, but they also power the island's windsport culture, especially around the southeast and Sotavento area.
Dark-Sky Road Trips
Best for Topside
Oct to May
Cooler evenings and desert interiors suit stargazing stops such as Sicasumbre, especially outside bright moon periods and after dust or haze clears.
Built from climate references, access rules, and destination operators. Wildlife timing and route flexibility can shift year to year.