Sunshine hoursGran Canaria gets an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day in March. The days are getting considerably longer compared to February, which means a lot more time to spend on the beach during your holiday.
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Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are all equally hot at this time of year, with Tenerife just a touch cooler. If you are planning a beach holiday, the sea will be slightly warmer in Gran Canaria (19ºC), but Fuerteventura is forecast to have a little less rain.
Although you shouldn't expect extremely high temperatures like in summer, the weather will usually be warm enough to allow for long days of sunbathing and lounging by the pool with a cocktail in hand.
The best times to visit the Canary Islands are between March and May and from September to November. Winter and summer bring loads of tourists, which make accommodations more expensive and more difficult to find.
You can sunbathe in Gran Canaria almost every day during March. There are only 3 days rain on average and seven hours of sunshine per day. The sea temperature is 19ºC on average but is warmer in the shallow water by the beaches.
It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 21 C and the average daily minimum is 16 C.
Tenerife weather in MarchThere is usually less cloud around than in February with 7 hours of sunshine on average, and with sea temperatures of 19°C a comfortable dip in the sea is quite possible in March.
Lanzarote tends to be the hottest and most arid of the Canaries, as it is closest to the Sahara desert and because it is one of the lowest lying islands. The Sahara can bring high temperatures and fine sand to Lanzarote, causing occasional heatwaves.
Gran Canaria is the hottest island in February, remaining warm long into the evening. You'll be grateful for that extra degree if you like moonlit strolls by the seafront.
But make sure to book in advance. Spring and fall are considered to be the best time to visit Tenerife. From March through October the weather gets really hot, perfect for the beach activities. Mild winter months are for paragliding and exploring the island.