Arrecife is the capital city of the Spanish island of Lanzarote, located in the Canary Islands. It is the largest city on the island and is located on the east coast, facing the Atlantic Ocean. It is a major port and commercial center, and has been an important part of the island’s history since its founding in the 16th century.
Arrecife is situated on the eastern coast of Lanzarote, in the municipality of Teguise. It is surrounded by the towns of San Bartolomé, San Juan, El Golfo, and Yaiza. The city is home to a population of around 55,000 people, making it the most populous city on the island.
Arrecife has a long and varied history, with its earliest known settlement dating back to the 16th century. The city was founded by the Spanish and was an important port for the Spanish Empire. It was also an important trading center, with merchants from all over the world coming to trade goods. During the 19th century, the city also became a major center of the slave trade.
Today, Arrecife is a popular tourist destination, with its stunning beaches, beautiful scenery, and vibrant culture. The city is home to many attractions, including the Castillo de San Gabriel, a 17th-century fortress, and the Museo Atlantico, a museum dedicated to the history and culture of the Canary Islands. The city also hosts a number of festivals throughout the year, including the Festival de la Noche de San Juan, which celebrates the summer solstice.
Arrecife is a fascinating city with a rich history and culture. Its beautiful beaches, stunning scenery, and vibrant culture make it an ideal destination for visitors looking for a unique experience.
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Spring (March-May): Spring in Arrecife/Lanzarote is mild with temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F). The days are sunny and dry, with occasional showers. Summer (June-August): Summers in Arrecife/Lanzarote are hot and dry, with temperatures ranging from 24°C (75°F) to 33°C (91°F). The days are long and sunny, and the nights are warm and balmy. Autumn (September-November): Autumn in Arrecife/Lanzarote is mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 25°C (77°F). The days are sunny and dry, with occasional showers. Winter (December-February): Winters in Arrecife/Lanzarote are mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 22°C (72°F). The days are usually sunny, although there can be some rain.
Our weather forecast for Arrecife helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Apr. 28th 2024 Apr. 28th 2024 | max: 19.3 °C min: 16.7 °C |
36.0 m/s 38.5 m/s |
5.0 % 24.1 m |
59.9 % 1,017 hPa |
07:15:14 20:28:50 |
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Apr. 29th 2024 Apr. 29th 2024 | max: 19.1 °C min: 17 °C |
38.9 m/s 42.8 m/s |
7.9 % 24.1 m |
57.4 % 1,022 hPa |
07:14:21 20:29:27 |
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Apr. 30th 2024 Apr. 30th 2024 | max: 19.4 °C min: 17.1 °C |
41.0 m/s 46.8 m/s |
14.6 % 24.1 m |
64.3 % 1,022 hPa |
07:13:29 20:30:03 |
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May. 1st 2024 May. 1st 2024 | max: 20.0 °C min: 17.4 °C |
40.7 m/s 46.3 m/s |
40.2 % 24.1 m |
70.0 % 1,019 hPa |
07:12:38 20:30:40 |
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May. 2nd 2024 May. 2nd 2024 | max: 19.0 °C min: 16.8 °C |
41.4 m/s 46.2 m/s |
15.4 % 24.1 m |
60.4 % 1,019 hPa |
07:11:48 20:31:17 |
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May. 3rd 2024 May. 3rd 2024 | max: 19.2 °C min: 16.9 °C |
41.4 m/s 47.9 m/s |
88.1 % 24.1 m |
64.3 % 1,018 hPa |
07:10:58 20:31:54 |
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May. 4th 2024 May. 4th 2024 | max: 20.3 °C min: 17.3 °C |
41.4 m/s 46.8 m/s |
56.7 % 24.1 m |
70.8 % 1,017 hPa |
07:10:10 20:32:32 |
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May. 5th 2024 May. 5th 2024 | max: 20.1 °C min: 17.9 °C |
38.2 m/s 45.0 m/s |
74.4 % 24.1 m |
73.6 % 1,016 hPa |
07:09:23 20:33:09 |
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May. 6th 2024 May. 6th 2024 | max: 21.0 °C min: 18 °C |
28.3 m/s 31.7 m/s |
54.4 % 24.1 m |
71.3 % 1,016 hPa |
07:08:37 20:33:46 |
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May. 7th 2024 May. 7th 2024 | max: 20.9 °C min: 18.1 °C |
25.9 m/s 30.6 m/s |
12.8 % 24.1 m |
73.0 % 1,017 hPa |
07:07:52 20:34:23 |
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May. 8th 2024 May. 8th 2024 | max: 22.3 °C min: 17.4 °C |
23.4 m/s 29.9 m/s |
9.0 % 24.1 m |
67.9 % 1,016 hPa |
07:07:09 20:35:00 |
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May. 9th 2024 May. 9th 2024 | max: 20.8 °C min: 18.2 °C |
28.8 m/s 31.3 m/s |
31.8 % 24.0 m |
76.4 % 1,016 hPa |
07:06:26 20:35:37 |
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May. 10th 2024 May. 10th 2024 | max: 19.7 °C min: 17.1 °C |
31.3 m/s 34.6 m/s |
18.4 % 24.1 m |
64.8 % 1,018 hPa |
07:05:44 20:36:15 |
Would you like to travel to Arrecife on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Arrecife.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Apr. 28th 2024 Sunday, 28th of Apr. 2024 | AIDAcosma | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 28th 2024 Sunday, 28th of Apr. 2024 | MS Nieuw Statendam | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Apr. 29th 2024 Monday, 29th of Apr. 2024 | MSC Virtuosa | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Apr. 29th 2024 Monday, 29th of Apr. 2024 | Seabourn Ovation | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 15th 2024 Wednesday, 15th of May 2024 | Costa Favolosa | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 17th 2024 Friday, 17th of May 2024 | Queen Anne | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
May 19th 2024 Sunday, 19th of May 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 20th 2024 Monday, 20th of May 2024 | Costa Fascinosa | 10:00 am | 10:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
May 28th 2024 Tuesday, 28th of May 2024 | MS Artania | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 29th 2024 Wednesday, 29th of May 2024 | MS Artania | 12:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
Jun. 7th 2024 Friday, 7th of Jun. 2024 | Anthem of the Seas | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Jun. 8th 2024 Saturday, 8th of Jun. 2024 | MS Marina | 10:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
Jun. 10th 2024 Monday, 10th of Jun. 2024 | MSC Virtuosa | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 11th 2024 Tuesday, 11th of Jun. 2024 | MS Nautica | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Jun. 12th 2024 Wednesday, 12th of Jun. 2024 | EXPLORA I | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 22nd 2024 Saturday, 22nd of Jun. 2024 | Seabourn Sojourn | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jun. 23rd 2024 Sunday, 23rd of Jun. 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 13th 2024 Saturday, 13th of Jul. 2024 | P&O Britannia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Jul. 28th 2024 Sunday, 28th of Jul. 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Aug. 3rd 2024 Saturday, 3rd of Aug. 2024 | MS Amera | 01:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
Aug. 17th 2024 Saturday, 17th of Aug. 2024 | MSC Virtuosa | 07:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Aug. 18th 2024 Sunday, 18th of Aug. 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 7th 2024 Saturday, 7th of Sep. 2024 | P&O Britannia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 13th 2024 Friday, 13th of Sep. 2024 | Anthem of the Seas | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Sep. 14th 2024 Saturday, 14th of Sep. 2024 | MSC Virtuosa | 07:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Sep. 22nd 2024 Sunday, 22nd of Sep. 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Sep. 25th 2024 Wednesday, 25th of Sep. 2024 | Anthem of the Seas | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Sep. 28th 2024 Saturday, 28th of Sep. 2024 | MS Vista | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Sep. 29th 2024 Sunday, 29th of Sep. 2024 | P&O Iona | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 7th 2024 Monday, 7th of Oct. 2024 | Anthem of the Seas | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
Oct. 7th 2024 Monday, 7th of Oct. 2024 | Seven Seas Mariner | 08:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Oct. 11th 2024 Friday, 11th of Oct. 2024 | Costa Diadema | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 12th 2024 Saturday, 12th of Oct. 2024 | P&O Britannia | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 12th 2024 Saturday, 12th of Oct. 2024 | Silver Whisper | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Oct. 13th 2024 Sunday, 13th of Oct. 2024 | P&O Ventura | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 13th 2024 Sunday, 13th of Oct. 2024 | Silver Whisper | 12:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
Oct. 17th 2024 Thursday, 17th of Oct. 2024 | P&O Azura | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Oct. 19th 2024 Saturday, 19th of Oct. 2024 | HANSEATIC nature | 01:00 pm | 07:00 pm | |
Oct. 23rd 2024 Wednesday, 23rd of Oct. 2024 | Sky Princess | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Oct. 24th 2024 Thursday, 24th of Oct. 2024 | P&O Azura | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Oct. 25th 2024 Friday, 25th of Oct. 2024 | AIDAperla | 01:00 pm | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 25th 2024 Friday, 25th of Oct. 2024 | Costa Diadema | 09:00 am | 08:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Oct. 25th 2024 Friday, 25th of Oct. 2024 | Mein Schiff 7 | 08:00 am | 11:59 pm | |
Oct. 25th 2024 Friday, 25th of Oct. 2024 | P&O Azura | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Oct. 27th 2024 Sunday, 27th of Oct. 2024 | Silver Moon | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 30th 2024 Wednesday, 30th of Oct. 2024 | HANSEATIC spirit | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Oct. 30th 2024 Wednesday, 30th of Oct. 2024 | Sea Cloud | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
Oct. 31st 2024 Thursday, 31st of Oct. 2024 | MS Artania | 08:00 am | 01:00 pm | |
Oct. 31st 2024 Thursday, 31st of Oct. 2024 | P&O Azura | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Nov. 1st 2024 Friday, 1st of Nov. 2024 | AIDAcosma | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
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