Gran Canaria
Sand dunes that could pass for the Sahara at one end of the island, a rainforest-green interior at the other, and winter sun reliable enough that the locals barely mention it either.
The best time to visit Gran Canaria is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (73°F). Local time there is 14:18 (UTC+1).
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The year at a glance
January · high 20°C · rain 8mm · 10.6h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Gran Canaria Island, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C68°F | 8mm0.3in | 10.6h10.6h | in the recommended window |
| February | 21°C71°F | 9mm0.4in | 11.2h11.2h | in the recommended window |
| March | 22°C71°F | 10mm0.4in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| April | 23°C73°F | 14mm0.6in | 12.8h12.8h | in the recommended window |
| May | 24°C76°F | 4mm0.2in | 13.5h13.5h | |
| June | 26°C78°F | 7mm0.3in | 13.9h13.9h | |
| July | 29°C83°F | 0mm0.0in | 13.7h13.7h | |
| August | 29°C84°F | 1mm0.0in | 13.1h13.1h | |
| September | 27°C80°F | 23mm0.9in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| October | 27°C80°F | 6mm0.2in | 11.4h11.4h | |
| November | 24°C75°F | 9mm0.4in | 10.7h10.7h | in the recommended window |
| December | 22°C71°F | 7mm0.3in | 10.4h10.4h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?
The best time to visit Gran Canaria is Nov–Apr, when typical daytime highs reach about 23°C (73°F).
How warm does Gran Canaria get?
Typical daytime highs in Gran Canaria are Mar–May 23°C (73°F), Jun–Aug 28°C (82°F), Sep–Nov 26°C (78°F), Dec–Feb 21°C (70°F).
Is Gran Canaria expensive?
On the ground, Gran Canaria is middling.
What sort of trip is Gran Canaria good for?
Gran Canaria is good for beach and sun holidays, nature and scenery, relaxing holidays, adventure holidays.
How rainy is Gran Canaria?
The wettest month in Gran Canaria is September at 23mm (0.9in), the driest July at 0mm (0.0in), with a monthly average of 8mm (0.3in).
What plug do I need for Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria uses type C, F sockets at 230 V.
