Gran Canaria in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Gran Canaria (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 20.6°C and lows of 15.1°C, with around 152.9mm of rain across the season (28 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Gran Canaria covers December, January, February.
Winter in Gran Canaria month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 21.5°C | 16.0°C | 50.5mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| January | 19.8°C | 14.6°C | 54.1mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| February | 20.5°C | 14.7°C | 48.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Gran Canaria in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
Winter in Gran Canaria rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.6°C with 152.9mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Gran Canaria in winter?
Daytime highs average 20.6°C (69.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 15.1°C.
What months are winter in Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Gran Canaria · Gran Canaria annual climate · Gran Canaria in spring · Gran Canaria in summer · Gran Canaria in autumn
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Winter in Gran Canaria — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.