Is Gran Canaria cloudy in October?

There is a 61% chance of a perfect sunny day and a 39% chance of seeing some clouds, with on average 11mm of rainfall this month.



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The city can be overcast for several days at a time even when the sun shines over the resorts. It even gets clouds in the summer. You can blame the Trade Winds, even though they keep the climate in the Canary Islands mild and pleasant roveall. And if you live in Gran Canaria, the cloud can be a blessing.

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Gran Canaria weather October The location of Gran Canaria around 150km off the west coast of North Africa means that it enjoys warm weather and not much rain in October. The Canaries are known as the 'Islands of Eternal Spring', and you'll get lovely holiday weather at this time.

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If heat and sun are what you're after, then you'll want to head to the island of Tenerife in October. Tenerife is the hottest of all the Canary Islands in October, reaching average maximum temperatures of 26°C.

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Lanzarote, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura are equally hot in October, all with daytime temperatures averaging in the mid-20s. The sea remains warm enough for swimming, so it's a great time of year for both sunbathing and sightseeing.

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During October you can expect an average of 11 hours of daylight with seven hours of sunshine each day. The UV index will be high so pack plenty of sun cream and be careful in the midday heat.

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Is it windy in Gran Canaria during October? You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during October. With warm air temperatures and high humidity, any breeze will feel warm but refreshing.

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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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Arguineguin & Puerto Rico Right in the shadow of the highlands these two south-west Gran Canaria spots get 320 days per year of blue sky. The beaches at Puerto Rico, Patalavaca, Amadores and Arguineguín are your best bet for sunshine even if the rest of Gran Canaria is cloudy (which isn't very often).

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Our most recommended Gran Canaria Rainy-day activities
  • Gran Canaria: Catamaran Dolphin Watch Cruise with Snorkeling. ...
  • Gran Canaria: Camel Ride in the Dunes of Maspalomas. ...
  • Puerto de Mogán: Submarine Tour. ...
  • Gran Canaria: Poema del Mar Skip-the-Line Ticket. ...
  • From Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria: Dolphin Watching Cruise.


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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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The Arabian Gulf destinations of Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Oman are amongst the sunniest places in October with 11 hours of average daily sunshine. You'll find 10 hours of sunshine in Las Vegas, and 9 hours in Sharm el Sheikh and Hurghada in Egypt.

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As its name suggests, Fuerteventura (strong winds) is a windy island, making it ideal for surfers and windsurfers. The best wind season for water sports lovers is between June and October.

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Gran Canaria gets an average of 11 hours of daylight per day in November and 6 hours of sunshine each day on average. It is still possible to sunbathe and swim in November during those days when the sun is out, as the temperatures in the sun are usually much higher than the ones in the shade.

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Tenerife is the hottest of all the Canary Islands in October, reaching average maximum temperatures of 26°C.

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The average low temperature for the Canary Islands in October is 17°C and cool night time temperatures makes sleeping easier. The rainfall increases to an average of 145mm and you should take a showerproof jacket in case you're caught in a passing shower.

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