The Canaries, a year round packing guide

The Canaries, a year round packing guide

The Canaries, Seasonal Weather & Packing Guide

  1. Heading on a cruise which visits The Canaries?
  2. Here's a quick guide on average weather and ideas of essentials to pop in those suitcases and day bags.

Average Weather by Season

(These are coastal averages, inland and mountainous areas can be cooler)

☀️ Spring (March – May)

  • Daytime temperatures: ~18–26 °C
  • Evenings: Mild, 16–19 °C
  • Rainfall: Very low
  • Conditions: Warm but not hot

☀️ Summer (June – August)

  • Daytime temperatures: ~24–30 °C (occasionally higher during calima heatwaves)
  • Evenings: Warm, 20–23 °C
  • Rainfall: Minimal
  • Conditions: Hot, dry, very sunny; trade winds help keep coastal areas more comfortable

☀️ Autumn (September – November)

  • Daytime temperatures: ~22–28 °C
  • Evenings: Pleasant, 18–21 °C
  • Rainfall: Slight increase later in autumn, still low overall
  • Conditions: Warm sea temperatures, fewer crowds than summer

☀️ Winter (December – February)

  • Daytime temperatures: ~18–22 °C
  • Evenings: Cooler, 14–17 °C
  • Rainfall: Light and occasional, mainly in northern areas
  • Conditions: Mild and sunny compared to mainland Europe

Suggested Packing List

Designed for coastal areas and light exploring.

👕 Clothing (Year‑round basics)

  • Lightweight tops / T‑shirts
  • Shorts, skirts, or light dresses
  • Lightweight trousers or chinos
  • Swimwear (for our onboard pools and Jacuzzis) 
  • Comfortable walking shoes or trainers (ankle support recommended) 
  • Sandals / flip‑flops for use onboard, or if you go to the beach

🧥 Layering & Weather Extras

  • Light jumper or cardigan (evenings)
  • Thin jacket or windbreaker (especially winter & spring)
  • Light scarf (useful for evenings or breezy days)
  • Lightweight and compactable umbrella (mainly for winter months)

🏖 Beach & Outdoor Items

  • Sun hat or cap
  • Sunglasses 
  • Beach towel (or quick‑dry travel towel)
  • Small backpack or day bag

🧴 Toiletries & Health

  • High‑factor sunscreen (sun is strong year‑round)
  • After‑sun or moisturiser
  • Lip balm with SPF
  • Personal medications
  • Basic travel first‑aid items (plasters, pain relief)