Which Canary Island has the best sunshine in February?

Which one will you visit for winter sun? Gran Canaria is the warmest Canary Island in February. See the temperatures, sunshine hours and amount of precipitation for each individual Canary Island in February.



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Which is the sunniest island 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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The 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.

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Lanzarote and Fuerteventura tend to get less rain in winter, compared to the south of Tenerife and 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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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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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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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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The Canary Islands. Although the Canary Islands belong to Spain, they are geographically closer to Africa. For that reason, the archipelago consistently provides the best winter climate in Spain with the hottest temperatures overall.

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Menorca, Spain – one of the hottest places in Europe in February! Menorca Spain- one of the warmest places in Europe in February, (and January and March!) Often overshadowed by its big sister Mallorca, the Balearic Island of Menorca is still somewhat of a hidden gem in Europe, and even more so in the winter months.

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Tenerife's Weather in February Tenerife South is much warmer than the North. An estimated 24mm of rainfall falls within 3.8 days of this month, with 18 of those days partially cloudy and an estimated 5.6 days sunny. Tenerife gets 7 hours of sunshine per day at this time of year and sea temperatures go down to 20°C.

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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 Canaries' Best Beaches
  • Lanzarote. Lovers of all things sun, sand and sea will find beach paradise in Lanzarote! ...
  • Tenerife. Wide golden arcs add a heavenly holiday spark when it comes to Tenerife's beaches. ...
  • Gran Canaria. ...
  • Fuerteventura.


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Very mild winters mark out Gran Canaria as a popular destination for those looking for winter sun. There may be only six hours of sun per day between November and February, but average peak temperatures remain at a minimum of 21 °C even in the coolest months of January and February.

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Can you swim in Gran Canaria in February? With an average temperature around 19°C, the water is probably too cold for you to swim and feel comfortable. Similar to the other winter months, we recommend that you rent a place where you have access to a heated pool.

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Tenerife, particularly the north, is crammed with fantastic scenery and attractions. And February offers the ideal temperatures for exploring them. A hike up Mount Teide won't leave you with heat stroke and a lobster tan like it would in July.

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Average daily temperatures It can be quite cool at this time of year, so visitors are recommended to take warmer clothes especially for venturing out after dark. The average daily maximum is 16 C and the average daily minimum is 10 C.

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From November through December, January February and March it can be cool and wet so pack a lightweight raincoat and travel umbrella. And the winter months can be cold in the evenings, so take a jacket or sweater to put round you.

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Puerto De La Cruz weather February Temperatures are cooler than in the summer, which is perfect if you have young children or like to avoid intense heat when you go away. The average high temperature reaches 21ºC in Puerto de la Cruz at this time of year, ideal for exploring inland or sightseeing in the city.

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