What’s the climate like in Gran Canaria?
The current climate of Gran Canaria features average monthly temperatures ranging from highs of 29°C during the day to lows of 21°C. The average yearly temperature is around 25°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 16°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Gran Canaria in recent years was 37°C in August 2016. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 15°C in February 2016.
On average, Gran Canaria receives 101 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, UK gets 701 mm of precipitation annually.
The climate of Gran Canaria is based on weather data from Maspalomas. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Gran Canaria for a full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Gran Canaria?
The best time to go for a sun holiday to Gran Canaria is January through December. During this period, you'll have good temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Gran Canaria.
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Climate Table of Gran Canaria
The climate table of Gran Canaria shows the average temperatures, precipitation, and UV index per month. The table gives an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of precipitation in millimetres, the total snowfall in centimetres, and the UV index for each month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Average Temperature per Month in Gran Canaria
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Gran Canaria, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Gran Canaria
This graph shows how much precipitation Gran Canaria, Spain, gets on average per month. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of precipitation is measured in millimetres and the average is calculated based on the recorded precipitation per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Gran Canaria
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Gran Canaria, Spain. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Gran Canaria
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Gran Canaria, Spain. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Gran Canaria
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Gran Canaria, Spain, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimetres, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
More Climate Info About Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria has a subtropical climate, which means it has warm weather all year round. The average temperature on the island is 21 degrees Celsius. The island's climate is also very dry, making it a great place to live or visit if you are looking for sunny weather. The climate on the island is also very dry, making it a great place to live or visit if you are looking for sunny weather.
The climate in Gran Canaria is influenced by the trade winds. The trade winds are a type of wind that blows from east to west. These winds help keep temperatures on the island warm and stable. The trade winds also help to keep humid air off the island, which prevents rainfall.
Gran Canaria also has plenty of sunshine with an average of 2,700 hours of sunlight per year. This makes Gran Canaria a great place if you are looking for a place with nice weather.
Spring (March-May)
The weather during spring in Gran Canaria is very nice. The temperature ranges from 20-25 degrees Celsius and there are not many tourists as it is still considered low season. This is a great time to visit if you want to avoid the crowds but still enjoy nice weather.
Summer (June-August)
The summer months are the busiest in Gran Canaria because of the perfect weather conditions. The temperature hovers around 25-30 degrees Celsius during this period, which is very comfortable for most people. If you don't like large crowds, this might not be the best time to visit Gran Canaria as there are a lot of people.
Fall (September-November)
In September the temperature starts to cool down a little, but it is still very pleasant with an average temperature of 23 degrees Celsius. October and November are considered the quiet season in Gran Canaria, as there are fewer tourists then, but the weather is still pleasant. This can be a great time to visit if you want to avoid the busiest months but still enjoy good weather conditions.
Winter (December-February)
The winter months can be cool with an average temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. If you don't mind cooler temperatures, this can be a great time to get cheaper prices on hotels and flights.
What is the warmest part of Gran Canaria?
The south of the island is the warmest part of Gran Canaria, as it benefits from more hours of daily sunshine than anywhere else on the island.
Here you will also find the Maspalomas dunes, which are one of the warmest places on the island with an average temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. These beautiful sand dunes stretch for kilometres and are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. In the region, you will find more than enough hotels to enjoy the sun here.
Best Time to Visit Gran Canaria
Its warm and pleasant temperatures make Gran Canaria a true year-round sun destination and a very popular haven for sun-seeking holidaymakers, making it one of the most visited places in the world during the winter months. Not surprisingly, the winter months are the busiest travel season in Gran Canaria, especially around the holidays, which make for a real high season.
The months of November, December, January and February fall into the category of Gran Canaria's winter season. Even if it gets a bit cooler during the winter months, this place is still nothing short of a paradise compared to central and northern Europe.
A trip to Gran Canaria's beaches
If you are looking for a sunny and warm holiday, the best time to visit Gran Canaria is summer. During this time, you can sunbathe all day and even swim in the ocean without feeling uncomfortable.
If you want to go to Gran Canaria for a beach or pool holiday during the months that are warmest and driest, then you should look at May, June, July, August and September. These are the months with the least chance of rain.
The island experiences an increase in rainfall during October, which is the first indication of a possible change in the weather. October will still have pleasant temperatures, but there is a good chance that rain will fall on two or three days of the month.
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Average Weather in Gran Canaria by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gran Canaria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
