Thanks to our unique location in the northwest of the island, we’re usually above the so-called trade wind cloud cover (“Mar de nubes”). For our guests, that means over 300 days of sunshine a year! While it can often be cloudy down on the coast, up here at the winery the sun usually shines from a deep-blue sky. During the day, it’s wonderfully warm for relaxing by the pool, while the crisp mountain air at night ensures a pleasant coolness and a deep, restful sleep.

But beware! Here, too, we sometimes have rainy and cloudy days during the winter months, from early November through May. On those days, it takes a little longer in the morning for the sun to rise over the mountain.

That’s why we have a lovely wood-burning stove in all of our vacation homes. There’s plenty of firewood available, which we’re happy to provide—at no extra charge, of course. Our hot tub is also the perfect place to enjoy a warm soak under the starry sky during this time of year.

In addition, especially during the summer months, we occasionally experience the weather phenomenon known as Calima, when temperatures rise significantly and our saltwater pool invites you to take a refreshing dip above the clouds 😉

For a vacation on La Palma—and especially at our hacienda—the “layer” approach works best. Be sure to pack your swimwear and light summer clothes for sunny days by the pool. However, since temperatures at just under 1,400 meters drop significantly after sunset, a warm sweater, a windproof jacket, and long pants are essential items to pack. That way, you’ll be perfectly prepared for cozy evenings by the fireplace in your vacation home or for stargazing at night.

Thanks to its steep mountains and deep gorges, La Palma has an extremely wide variety of microclimates. A general weather app often shows only the data for the capital, Santa Cruz, in the east—but when it’s raining there, the west and northwest (where our hacienda is located) often enjoy glorious sunny weather. We therefore always recommend checking the local island webcams or specific forecasts for Puntagorda and Garafía to get a sense of the actual local weather.

La Palma is one of the world’s best starlight reserves. The combination of our secluded, isolated location—free from artificial light pollution—extremely low humidity, and our position above the cloud layer ensures crystal-clear nights. The seeing (astronomical visibility) up here is so excellent that you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Milky Way from our private terraces.

La Palma is a wonderful year-round destination. Winter and early spring are particularly charming thanks to the spectacular almond blossoms (starting in January/February) and the fresh greenery, making them ideal for escaping the cold, wet weather of Northern Europe. Summer offers very consistent, dry, sunny weather perfect for pure relaxation, while fall, with its mild temperatures, is ideal for long hikes starting right from the hacienda. Every season has its own unique, magical rhythm at our winery.