El time in Gran Canaria and in the Canary Islands It is generally known for being one of the best in the worldWhy? Mainly because the temperature is generally mild throughout the year. That is, in summer the average temperature is 25 degrees and in winter 18. Similarly, It is not a destination where it is common to rain or be cloudy. In fact, The Canary Islands are the region of the European Union with the most hours of daylight throughout the yearSunlight has been shown to bring many benefits, one of which is happiness. This is why visitors to the Canary Islands value the hospitality of the residents.
Equally, The weather in Gran Canaria is quite stable, in the sense that it is not an area hit by earthquakes, tornadoes, torrential rains or volcanic eruptions. That is, it is a fairly safe destination in this sense.
The weather in Gran Canaria: A continent in miniature
In any case, the island is known for being a miniature continent. That is, temperatures can vary by several degrees on the same day in different locations. For example, during winter in the mountainous interior there can be a temperature of 5 degrees and hail. And, at the same time, in the south of the island it can be 20 degrees with sun and you can swim in the sea. Similarly, in summer it can be cloudy in the north of the island with a pleasant temperature of 22 degrees (Donkey's Belly) and in the south a sun that cracks the rocks and reaches up to 35 degrees. That is, Depending on which part of the island and time of year, the weather can be very different.
As a general rule, The sun and the highest temperatures in Gran Canaria tend to be concentrated in the south of the island. On the contrary, inland and mountainous areas tend to be cooler and rainier. In any case, due to the proximity of the Canary Islands to Africa, sometimes the famous “calima” or “African weather” occurs, with which the temperatures rise and the sky turns slightly earthy in color due to the suspended sand that it brings. wind. This is not common, but it can happen several times throughout the year. Mostly in summer.
Finally, you should know the weather or climate of the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island Vibes It has been considered on numerous occasions and by different international media as one of the best in the world: hours of sunshine, pleasant temperatures and few days of rain. However, if you want guaranteed sunshine, you must visit our famous Panza de Burro.
What is Donkey Belly?
La donkey belly It is an expression that we Canarians use when, thanks to the trade winds accumulate clouds north of the most mountainous islands of the Canary Islands. As a general rule in Gran Canaria it usually occurs in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Arucas, Moya, Guía and Gáldar. And more frequently during the months of July and August. This makes The clouds act as a screen against the strong summer solar radiation and the climate is cooler than in other areas of the island.. It is true that the presence of the donkey belly makes the heat more humid than usual.
The good thing about Gran Canaria being a miniature continent is that in the face of this phenomenon, If you want sun you can travel 40 minutes by car to the south and you will have it.
Gran Canaria Temperatures
As we mentioned at the beginning, Temperatures in Gran Canaria are generally mild throughout the year.. That is, without suffering great contrasts between the different seasons. Thus, In summer you can have a 23 degree day and in winter too. But the normal thing is that in coastal areas the temperatures throughout the year are always pleasant and exceed 20 degrees during the day, especially in the south. On the contrary, In the interior of the island and higher areas, in the winter months temperatures hardly rise above 20 degrees, but even so, it is very rare to experience sub-zero temperatures in Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria Precipitation
As a general rule, it does not rain in Gran Canaria in summer. That is to say, Between June and October, there is a very low chance of rain. On the other hand, during the rest of the months it can rain 3 or 4 times a month, but normally it only happens in the north or interior of the island, the south and, above all, the southwest, is always an exception. This does not mean that it does not rain in the south of the island. In fact, when it rains in the south, it usually rains a lot. And that is when there is a “southern storm”. In the south it rains well or it never rains. On the other hand, In the mountainous areas of the north of the island, although it does not rain heavily, we do have a very humid climate with drizzling rain many days throughout the year..
If you have had a few rainy days, take a look at our recommendations on What to do in Gran Canaria when it rains.
Wind in Gran Canaria
Except for occasional storms or tempests throughout the year, the wind on the islands is usually mild and pleasant. The southeast and east of Gran Canaria are windier than the rest of the island. That is why It is a paradise for sports such as windsurfing. One of these areas is Pozo Izquierdo and even world championships are held here.
Regarding the famous trade winds, as we said before, they make temperatures in Gran Canaria are pleasant throughout the year, as they replace warm air with cooler air from higher latitudes.
Best time to travel to Gran Canaria
We can affirm that any month of the year is good to travel to Gran Canaria, since the weather is stable throughout the year as we said at the beginning. If you are looking for sun, you can always find it in the southWhat is certain is that the months of September and October are when the sun is most guaranteed in the north and the donkey belly disappears. However, the peaks will be dry after spending the whole summer without rain. Therefore the interior will be uglier.
Therefore, Perhaps the best months to travel to Gran Canaria and see it in its splendor are April, May and June, since the weather will be good throughout practically the entire island. Similarly, there will still be some greenery left after the spring rains in inland towns. In the following video from our YouTube Channel We tell you everything you need to know to Choosing when to travel to the Canary Islands.
Gran Canaria Guides
You still have a lot to learn about Gran Canaria and we have prepared a series of Guides to the island for you. Are you going to stay only with the tourist sites? Discover the most authentic side of the island with our restaurant guide, day-by-day itineraries and beach guide. They are in digital format and we have different packs that you can see by clicking below.
Hello! I am Ruth, Canarian with a traveling soul. With training and experience in the tourism and digital marketing sector. In this blog I tell you all the tips you need to get to know the most authentic side of Gran Canaria on your own. I also share my travel guides to all the places in the world that I am visiting so that you can discover the destinations like a local and save time planning. In addition to traveling, I love gastronomy and sports. I run and hike in the mountains with my “dog-children” (Silver and Plata). In all these adventures my partner accompanies me, Jorge, which you will also see a lot on this blog.
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