Does it rain much in Gran Canaria?

Temperatures rarely drop below an average of 24 °C throughout the year and, despite being in the Atlantic Ocean, Gran Canaria sees only 148mm of rainfall in total over 12 months. Most of this falls between October and February, while July and August are very dry.



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How many days of rain does Gran Canaria get per year? In total, there are about 26 days of rain on average per year. The rainfalls are much more common in the interior and north of the island than in the south. On higher peaks, you may find snow in winter.

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Canary Islands, annual weather averages The wettest month is December with an average of 31mm of rain. The best month to swim in the sea is in September when the average sea temperature is 23°C (73°F).

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Average Temperature and Rainfall Canary Islands in June is the driest month, with zero mm of rain and 30 days of ideal sunshine. October is the wettest month, with 11 mm of rain falling on just one day.

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La Gomera is one of the wettest islands in the archipelago. Its climate is subtropical with temperatures that vary between 16ºC and 28ºC.

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Regional variation Most tourist destinations are in the south of Gran Canaria to take advantage of the best weather. This part of the island enjoys the hottest temperatures, though it can get extremely hot when the wind blows from the Sahara. For cooler weather, the mountains inland from the coast offer some respite.

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The driest month is July with 0 mm of rainfall and 31 perfect sunny days. The wettest month is October with 11 mm of rain over 1 day.

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In general, the warmest parts of Tenerife (the south coast) have approximately the same average temperatures as the warmest parts of Gran Canaria (also the south coast).

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The south of Gran Canaria is usually recommended by many people as being sunnier than the south of Tenerife, especially the area of Puerto Mogan.

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Unlike on Tenerife, there is little seasonal variation in the weather on Gran Canaria. Temperatures rarely drop below 24°C throughout the year. Resorts in the South such as Playa del Inglés, Arguineguin and Puerto de Mogán can expect 10 hours of sunshine a day and temperatures of 28°C.

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Gran Canary Island enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year, making it an excellent place for beach lovers who want to spend their days basking in the sun or exploring Gran Canary's beautiful beaches. Gran Canaria is a volcanic island with over 155 miles of beaches and clear blue waters.

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The seven islands that form the Canary Islands experience a Mediterranean climate typified by extremely dry summer months with warm temperatures and mild winters with more rainfall, particularly to the north of the region.

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Like the other islands, there is a clear difference between the weather in the south and the north. The southwest coast and, in particular, the resorts of Playa Las Americas, Costa Adeje and Los Cristianos are best for sun seekers as they enjoy up to 10 hours of sunshine a day.

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Known as the continent in miniature, Gran Canaria enjoys a year-round temperate climate that's ideal for both summer breaks and winter sun. Its diverse landscape includes a dry, desert-like south complete with undulating sand dunes, a lush green north and a cool centre with coniferous forests.

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Gran Canaria is not a particularly windy island, except for some areas such as Maspalomas or Agaete. However, its proximity to the Sahara desert means there may be some days of dust storms a year, but this phenomenon rarely hampers visitors from enjoying their vacation.

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Most tourist destinations are in the south of Gran Canaria to take advantage of the best weather. This part of the island enjoys the hottest temperatures, though it can get extremely hot when the wind blows from the Sahara. For cooler weather, the mountains inland from the coast offer some respite.

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March to May - Best Season If you want to avoid the crowds, March to May is the best time to visit the Canary Islands. The weather remains pleasant and sunny, and there are fewer tourists around.

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Go for Tenerife if you prefer popular tourist destinations with great restaurants and nightlife. On the other hand, Gran Canaria is your best bet if you want to explore the breathtaking landscapes and outstanding beaches.

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While both destinations offer pleasant temperatures, Gran Canaria experiences average high temperatures of around 22°C (72°F), while Cyprus ranges between 16°C and 19°C (61°F to 66°F).

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