Gran Canaria is marginally hotter than the other islands, but you may not notice.
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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).
Gran Canaria and Lanzarote are the hottest of the islands in December. There's only a very small chance of rain, and temperatures can reach as high as 26ºC, even over Christmas.
In Gran Canaria, the daily mean temperature is 21.1°C (70°F) in November, which is calculated as a mean between the average high temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F) and the average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).
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.
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.
Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winterThe daily average temperature in winter is generally between 20 and 25 degrees celsius, which makes it attractive for those looking to escape the winter chill. The winter warmth can be explained by its geographic position.
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.
What are the hottest places in Europe in November? The Canary Islands are among the warmest places in Europe in November. The highest average daily temperatures can be found in Gran Canaria (25°C), Lanzarote (25°C), Tenerife (24°C) and Fuerteventura (24°C). The Portuguese island of Madeira (22°C) will also feel warm.
Yes, you can definitely sunbathe in the Canaries in November, but especially in the cases of Tenerife and Gran Canaria, make sure to book a hotel in the south, where the weather is much hotter and sunnier than in the north or the mountainous inland areas.
Marbella and its Andalusian neighbors Málaga and Seville constitute some of the hottest places in Spain in November. Even in the winter months, you'll find many of the Marbella beach clubs open for business.
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.
Tenerife: the warmest Canary Island in winterThe warmest Canary Island in winter is Tenerife. It boasts a warm climate all throughout the year, but in winter its temperatures are higher than the other islands.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are also great options for a winter sun holiday and the differences in temperature and weather between the north and south of the island are not as striking as in the case of Tenerife and Gran Canaria.
The toasty temperatures of the Canary Islands during Christmas are between 19ºC and 26ºC during the day and around 17ºC at night. Gran Canaria has the warmest Christmas weather of the Canary Islands, with an average temperature of 23ºC and 6 hours of complete sunshine!
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.
Gran Canaria is just perfect in November. The November weather temperatures in Gran Canaria are Summer like! However, there can be a chilly wind in the North of the island making the beach or sunbathing slightly cool.
Gran Canaria is a lot like Tenerife, but it's much smaller. However, some families think the beaches are better in Gran Canaria, and there's great scenery too if you fancy heading out into the countryside for a drive: it can get a bit Arizona-like in places!
The Best Time to Visit Canary Islands. The best times to visit the Canary Islands are spring (March-May) and Fall (September-November). Spring offers warm weather, fewer tourists, and lower rates. Fall also enjoys mild weather with sunny skies and less rain than other times of the year.