Is May a good time for surfing at Lanzarote – San Juan?
May is a fair month for surfing at Lanzarote – San Juan; the best time is January–February. Waves 1 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 22°C.
Plan your trip to Lanzarote – San JuanEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 22°C by day, 18°C at night
- Weather: 31 sunny days, 5 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in May
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Schools and camps near Lanzarote – San Juan
- Calima Surf school 1.4 km
- Zoopark Rental & School 1.4 km
- Volcano Kite & Surf Camp 1.1 km
- Hostal Clandestino Surf Adventure 1.2 km
- Yokomosurf Camp 1.4 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Lanzarote – San Juan?
May is a fair month for surfing at Lanzarote – San Juan; the best time is January–February. Waves 1 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 22°C.
How warm is the water at Lanzarote – San Juan in May?
About 20°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Lanzarote – San Juan in May?
About 1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Lanzarote – San Juan in May?
Around 22°C by day and 18°C at night, with about 31 sunny and 5 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Taghazout (2 m waves), Taghazout – Anchor Point (2 m waves) & Tamraght – Banana Point (2 m waves).
