YourHolidays - Winter Holidays

The Canary Islands have the highest average monthly temperatures during the Winter period in Europe making the Canary Islands one of the best Winter Holiday destinations. 

With numerous resorts to choose from across four islands (Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura), it means there is something for everyone; singles, couples, families, self-catering or all-inclusive, you will find it in the Canary Islands.

The Balearic Islands have mild winters, the average Winter temperature in the Balearic Islands is around 14-16 °C between December to February. January is the coldest month, Menorca is the coolest island with Ibiza and Majorca being a couple of degrees warmer throughout the year.

Whilst the sea temperatures are down to around 13 °C for the most part of the Winter, making it a little cold for sea swimming. In the spring, the temperatures start to rise and the islands start to flourish with flora and fauna, bursting into colour and the beaches begin to fill up again. 

The variety and abundance of beaches are a major draw for tourists to the Balearics but there is plenty to see, do and explore off of the beachfront during the Winter period. 

Spain is a place that is alive throughout the year, Summer or Winter; activities and major resorts are constantly open for business offering a popular escape just a very short flight away. 

The benefits of Spain Winter Holidays are that Spain is accessible from almost all UK airports, the flight journey is just 2.5 hours on average and is a cheap winter holiday destination. If you are looking for a winter break abroad that won’t break the bank, Spain is a fantastic option. 

Cyprus can be scorching in the Summer, too hot for many at well over 30°C during its peak; however in Winter, the temperatures are much cooler with the average temperature around 17 °C. 

Winter is the off-season in Cyprus but Winter Holidays to Cyprus have some big plus’s. As well as its famed beaches, Cyprus is packed full of culture and historical sites and they are much quieter with smaller crowds in the Winter and the cooler weather allows for a more comfortable experience. Winter Holidays to Cyprus also mean bargain Winter Holiday Deals as the hotel rates really come down to provide some excellent hotels and very low prices.