In total, we have over 300 days of sunshine a year up here in the vineyard, so the chances of good weather are quite high. Due to the special wind-protected location in the valley and the south-west orientation of the finca, it is often much more pleasant than in lower, but for example windy locations.
If we divide the year into two periods, the weather here at the Hacienda can be described as follows. However, it must be said that there can always be dynamics and deviations due to weather phenomena and changing wind directions such as Calima.
As a rule, the period from November to April is quite stable here with pleasant daytime temperatures on sunny days and, depending on the wind direction, between 14 and 20 degrees. Due to the intense sunlight at an altitude of 1,380 meters above sea level, it usually feels a little warmer than the thermometer. With a stable north-easterly trade wind, we lie above the trade wind cloud cover and enjoy the many hours of sunshine.
But beware! Of course, there can sometimes be cloudy or rainy days here too, so it’s worth bringing warm clothing. On such days, temperatures can drop to 10-14 degrees during the day. During the night for stargazing, it can cool down significantly to 4-8 degrees during this period. As we have over 300 days of sunshine throughout the year, the chances of pleasant daytime temperatures and intense sunshine are quite good.
In the period between May and October, the daytime temperatures rise sharply and it is also significantly warmer in the evenings. In July and August, for example, it can easily rise to over 30 degrees, but it usually cools down again at night.
The air in our zone is rather dry, so that due to our special altitude we are not affected by the humid, almost tropical heat caused by climate change, which has unfortunately developed more and more frequently on La Palma in recent years.
However, as the hacienda is more than 1,380 meters above sea level, the sun’s rays are very intense and it is strongly recommended that you bring sun cream with a high sun protection factor and a sun hat. In the summer months, we can also expect the Calima weather phenomenon, when the Sahara dust comes over to us and temperatures rise significantly. Physical exertion is strongly discouraged during these times. Instead, our saltwater pool invites you to take a refreshing dip. The nearby laurel forest of La Zarza also offers a good retreat with significantly lower temperatures these days.