2026 Climate Averages

Gran Canaria: Weather Guide & Climate

Complete month-by-month weather guide: Gran Canaria. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. Plan your trip with detailed climate data.

☀️ Climate Overview

Gran Canaria has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 24°C, lows of 19°C, and approximately 3 rainy days per month.

The best time to visit Gran Canaria is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is moderate

Drier season: May–Oct Wetter season: Jan–Dec

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Air Quality

Best Time

J F M A M J J A S O N D
Conditions Excellent

Hottest

27°C July
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 0 days

Coldest

16°C January
Avg High 20°C
Rain 4 days

Driest Month

0 rainy days July
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 21°C

Windiest Month

24 km/h

July (gusts 46)

Sea Temp Range

20° – 24°C

Warmest water: September (24°C)

Best for swimming: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec (20°–24°C)

Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 14 days ahead

Weather by Season

Spring

Mar–May

High 22°C
Low 17°C
Rain 3 days
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Summer

Jun–Aug

High 26°C
Low 21°C
Rain 0 days
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Autumn

Sep–Nov

High 25°C
Low 20°C
Rain 3 days
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Shoulder Rates

Winter

Dec–Feb

High 21°C
Low 16°C
Rain 5 days
Crowds
Very Busy
Travel Costs Peak Rates

Month-by-Month Weather Table

January

Best
Excellent
20° / 16°
4d (18mm)
9.5h
72% Humid
UV 5.6 High

February

Best
Excellent
21° / 16°
4d (14mm)
10.2h
72% Humid
UV 7 High

March

Best
Excellent
21° / 16°
5d (22mm)
11.1h
75% Humid
UV 8.5 Very High

April

Best
Excellent
22° / 17°
4d (17mm)
11.9h
74% Humid
UV 9.8 Very High

May

Best
Excellent
23° / 18°
1d (4mm)
12.2h
75% Humid
UV 10.6 Extreme

June

Best
Excellent
24° / 19°
1d (5mm)
12.5h
77% Humid
UV 10.5 Extreme

July

Best
Excellent
27° / 21°
0d (1mm)
12.4h
75% Humid
UV 10.5 Extreme

August

Best
Excellent
27° / 22°
0d (2mm)
12h
75% Humid
UV 10 Very High

September

Best
Excellent
26° / 21°
2d (19mm)
11.3h
78% Humid
UV 8.7 Very High

October

Best
Excellent
26° / 21°
3d (11mm)
10.4h
76% Humid
UV 7.3 Very High

November

Best
Excellent
24° / 19°
5d (17mm)
9.5h
73% Humid
UV 5.8 High

December

Best
Excellent
21° / 17°
6d (21mm)
9.4h
75% Humid
UV 5.1 High

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of climate does Gran Canaria have?
Gran Canaria has a warm climate with average yearly temperatures of 24°C and 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?
The best time to visit Gran Canaria is during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when temperatures average around 20°C and conditions are ideal for sightseeing.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Gran Canaria?
The hottest month in Gran Canaria is July with average highs of 27°C, while the coldest is January with average lows of 16°C.
When is the rainy season in Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria sees the most rain in December (6 rainy days), while July is the driest month (0 rainy days).
Does it get cold at night in Gran Canaria?
Night temperatures vary throughout the year. The coldest nights are in January (16°C), while July has the warmest evenings (21°C). Pack layers for cooler months.
Can you swim year-round in Gran Canaria?
Sea temperatures in Gran Canaria range from 20°C to 24°C throughout the year. The warmest water is in September. Swimming is comfortable year-round.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Last Updated: February 2026

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