Don’t expect to find a scientific description of the climatic characteristics of Puerto de la Cruz in these lines; rather, we will give a brief overview of the thermal sensations and comfort that we can find when visiting Puerto de la Cruz. Additionally, we can discover the real-time weather conditions of the municipality thanks to the AEMET widget.

Temperature 

The weather in Puerto de la Cruz and consequently in Lago Martiánez is generally mild, with mild winters and cool summers. Daytime temperatures in winter never drop below 20°C, while in summer they can reach 27°C, so it is always pleasant to stroll and enjoy outdoor activities. A light jacket is sufficient in the “cooler” months, and flip-flops and lightweight cotton shirts are almost mandatory in the summer.

Panzaburro 

We must not overlook the phenomenon of “panzaburro,” a thick cloudiness that occurs in the summer months when the moist trade winds from the Atlantic collide with the peaks and stagnate on the northern slope, forming the well-known sea of clouds at around 1500m. When “panzaburro” dominates, despite creating a screen that blocks the sun, the atmosphere becomes warm and stuffy. On those days, special care must be taken not to expose oneself to the sun without protection, as the cloud cover may make us believe that solar radiation is absent, which is not true.