Is Gran Canaria warmer than Tenerife in March?

The Canary Islands start to heat up in March, making them the perfect spring getaway. The guaranteed sunshine is well worth the four-hour flight. Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are all equally hot at this time of year, with Tenerife just a touch cooler.



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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 average high temperature in Gran Canaria during March is 22ºC, so bring a good selection of your favourite beachwear. You'll want to pack some warmer things for the evenings though as temperatures averagely drop to 14ºC.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The warmest places in Europe in March
  1. Cyprus – 22ºC. A gorgeous little Mediterranean island located just south of Turkey, Cyprus is one of the warmest places in Europe in March. ...
  2. The Canary Islands – 23ºC. ...
  3. Malaga – 21ºC. ...
  4. Algarve – 19ºC. ...
  5. Crete – 19ºC. ...
  6. Madeira – 19ºC. ...
  7. Malta – 19ºC. ...
  8. Athens -17ºC.


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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 average daily cost (per person) in Tenerife is €128, while the average daily cost in Gran Canaria is €125. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment.

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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.

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Sunshine hours Gran 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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Tenerife weather in March On average there is 34mm of rain during March, but this mostly falls in short bursts during the start of the month – so most days will be sunny and dry.

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