If you want the best beaches, Lanzarote needs to be the top choice since it is often considered the most beautiful of the Canary Islands. Yet, if you seek excursions, waterparks and diverse landscapes, then Tenerife is the ticket.
Why does it not rain in Tenerife?
The Coriolis Effect in combination with high pressure causes trade winds to move from east to west, providing a cool breeze in the northeast of the island. Consequently, north Tenerife is more humid with heavier rainfall, while the south stays hot and sunny most of the time.
Why are the Canary Islands so hot?
Summer in the Canary IslandsThe hottest days occur when easterly winds cause hot dry air from the Sahara desert to sweep across the islands, often laden with dust.
Why is it hotter in Lanzarote than Tenerife?
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