Similarly, in Gran Canaria the warmest and driest part is on the south coast, where the most popular resorts like Maspalomas or Playa del Ingles are located.
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Tips for your trip to the Canary IslandsAlthough the climate of all the islands is temperate, the eastern islands are warmer and the western ones cooler. The southern part of all the Canary Islands is usually warmer and sunnier, so if the weather is bad in the north, you can always head south!
Regional variationMost 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.
If you're looking for sun and beach, if you're going on a family holiday with children, if you want golden or white sandy beaches and if you want to go out for a drink, then you should stay in the south of Gran Canaria. The south of the island is the ideal destination for those who love sun and sea or swimming pools.
Arguineguin & Puerto RicoRight 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).
The south of Gran Canaria is particularly sunny thanks the high centre of the island. It blocks the wind and the clouds coming from the north, creating a pocket of clear air. That's why it's often sunny in the south of Gran Canaria even when the rest of the island is cloudy.
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).
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.
Lanzarote. 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.
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).
For those seeking the hottest temperatures, the best time of year is in July and August when around 27 °C is the norm. For a milder heat, May to June and September to October provide lots of sunshine and very little rain.
Mount Teide is a dormant volcano in the middle of the island and divides the two halves. In the north, the climate is wetter and cooler, which means it attracts fewer tourists. The south has more sunshine and warmer temperatures. This southern half is also less windy with fewer clouds, which gives a hotter climate.
La Palma - best for jaw-dropping sceneryIt's no wonder that the most north-westerly of the Canary Islands is known as both La Isla Bonita (The Beautiful Island) and La Isla Verde (The Green Island). The capital, Santa Cruz de la Palma, is an attractive history-rich town that's well worth a day (or two) of exploration.
The smallest of the main Canary Islands, El Hierro is also the least touristy. If you want a chilled-out holiday in a small fishing village, with wild empty beaches that harbour some superb diving, then this is the place.
Using sunscreen reduces the risk of skin cancer by half but it isn't a total solution. The sun in Gran Canaria between 11.00 and 14.00 during the summer is as strong as it gets anywhere in the world and even a high factor sunscreen doesn't keep it at bay.
The warmest places in Gran Canaria in December are located in the south: Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan. Our second choice is the southern part of Tenerife, which is also hot and sunny most of the time in December.
I would not dream of going to Gran Canaria without air conditioning in the summer and even friends well up in the mountains need it. The temperatures on GC are as high or higher than the peninsula - and I live in the hottest part of the peninsula. If you needed A/C on the peninsula you will need it on GC.