Where is the hottest Canary Island in February?

If you're looking for winter sun in February, the Canary Islands are the place to go. The islands stay sunny while the UK freezes, so you'll have plenty of chances to top up your vitamin D. Gran Canaria is the hottest island in February, remaining warm long into the evening.



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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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Tenerife and Gran Canaria are the warmest islands in the Canaries during the months of December, January and February. What you need to keep in mind is that those temperatures refer only to the weather in Tenerife South and also the south of Gran Canaria.

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December-February The Canaries welcome a flood of Europeans escaping the cold in the winter months. The islands especially see a lot of older tourists, looking to bask in the warmer weather, though it may be a bit too cool for sunbathing.

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The average high temperature in Gran Canaria during February is 21ºC, some way off the summer but still perfectly warm enough to hit the beach and catch some rays. Although it's not cold you'll want to bring some warmer clothes for the evenings, as temperatures drop to 13ºC at night.

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It's pretty mild at this time of year, but it's a good idea to bring along a jumper or light jacket for the evenings. The average daily maximum is 21 C and the average daily minimum is 16 C.

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Warm sunny days are the default even in February at Tenerife, with temperatures reaching 21.4°C. There are quite large regional variations - low lying and southern locations will see the best conditions, but areas at altitude such as Mount Teide will struggle to get into the double digits.

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La Palma and la Gomera have a subtropical humid climate, which means it rains more than other Canary Islands. You can swim in the water all year round notwithstanding a few rain showers in the winter.

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Warm sunny days are the default even in February at Tenerife, with temperatures reaching 21.4°C. There are quite large regional variations - low lying and southern locations will see the best conditions, but areas at altitude such as Mount Teide will struggle to get into the double digits.

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It's possible to swim in the sea at this time of year but it's generally a little too cool for most. The average sea temperature is 19 C.

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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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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.

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In February, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria enjoy average temperatures of 18°C, with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife is slightly cooler at this time of the year, with an average temperature of 16°C.

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The hottest destination in Europe in February is the Canary Islands with Tenerife, Lanzarote and La Palma all enjoying temperatures of 20ºC and 7 hours of daily sunshine. In Mainland Europe, the Algarve has temperatures of 16ºC and 6 hours of sun.

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Winter is a popular season to visit, particularly in February, when the capital, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, goes wild for Carnaval, with Latino beats, parades, sexy dance moves and skimpy, sparkly costumes. The carnival here is second only to Rio, so expect to see crowds in bigger resorts.

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Warm sunny days are the default even in February at Tenerife, with temperatures reaching 21.4°C. There are quite large regional variations - low lying and southern locations will see the best conditions, but areas at altitude such as Mount Teide will struggle to get into the double digits.

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Daytime high temperatures tend to be near 15 C (59 F) early in February, warming gradually to near 17 C (62-63 F) near the end of the month. A few of the warmer afternoons, especially later in the month, can reach up around 21 C (69-70 F). The record high temperature in Lisbon during February is 25.6 C (78 F).

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Mount Teide shelters the south of Tenerife from north easterly winds, meaning it enjoys warmer temperatures and less rainfall than the north.

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Lanzarote and Fuerteventura tend to get less rain in winter, compared to the south of Tenerife and Gran Canaria. In Tenerife, you can expect more rain in the regions of Anaga, La Laguna, La Orotava, Garachico and Icod de Los Vinos.

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Why come to Gran Canaria in February? Because even at this time of the year, on most days, you can still sunbathe in the south of the island and even in Las Palmas or other parts of the island.

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In February, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and Gran Canaria enjoy average temperatures of 18°C, with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C at night. Tenerife is slightly cooler at this time of the year, with an average temperature of 16°C.

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FAQ about the warmest places in winter in the Canary Islands The south of Tenerife and the south of Gran Canaria, especially Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogan, are the sunniest places in the Canary Islands in the months of December, January and February.

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