2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Gran Canaria in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Gran Canaria. Gran Canaria has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 17°C, and approximately 3 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

17°C

Rainy days

3days

Daylight

13.5h

Is May a good time to visit Gran Canaria?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

8:44 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 19°C 13°C 7 Excellent (best)
February 22°C 16°C 2 Excellent (best)
March 20°C 15°C 14 Excellent (best)
April 21°C 16°C 11 Excellent (best)
May 23°C 17°C 3 Excellent (best)
June 24°C 19°C 6 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 21°C 0 Excellent (best)
August 26°C 21°C 2 Excellent (best)
September 26°C 21°C 3 Excellent (best)
October 24°C 19°C 6 Excellent (best)
November 23°C 17°C 11 Excellent (best)
December 20°C 15°C 16 Excellent (best)

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Gran Canaria? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Gran Canaria, with average highs of 23°C and around 3 rainy days.

What should I pack for Gran Canaria in May? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Gran Canaria in May? +

Gran Canaria typically sees around 3 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Gran Canaria in May? +

In May, Gran Canaria gets approximately 13.5 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Gran Canaria? +

Yes, May is peak season in Gran Canaria. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Gran Canaria? +

The best months to visit Gran Canaria are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

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

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Atlantic/Canary)

Last Updated: January 2026

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23° / 17°
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