Weather - Gran Canaria
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The weather in Gran Canaria can be much more varied than one
would expect from a small island. The South is warmer and
drier than the North, but the mountains make a big difference
also. Within 20 minutes of leaving the
South Coast you can be 500m
( 1,500 feet ) above sea level, with much cooler temperatures
than on the coast, especially in winter. |
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Puerto Mogán
Resort
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The South of Gran Canaria is best walked in the winter,
roughly November to Easter, the North is best walked from
February to June, when there is an abundance of blossom and wild
flowers, and of course on good days in the winter.
During
much of the winter there is a possibility of a great deal of
clouds in the north spoiling visibility and with temperatures of
under 10 degrees, if it is windy it will be colder than you
expect. Frosts are possible in the high mountains, even
likely in winter.
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Sunset
towards Maspalomas
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Rainbow
over Fataga
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In winter the Artenara and Tejeda area ( North West ) usually
has less cloud then the San Mateo area ( North East ).
During July and August it is usually too hot ( over 25 degrees )
for serious hiking, September and October can be good, but the
island will not be at its most beautiful as many parts will have
gone several months without any significant rainfall.
 The
one thing I CAN guarantee about the weather...
...is that I can't guarantee it
Rambling Roger
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Weather Forecast for Gran Canaria, Canary Island, Spain
If the weather looks unsettled ask your reception for weather
information, or look in advance on one of the following
websites:
Weather.com: 10-Day weather forecast for Gran Canaria,
Spain
Weather Underground: Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Canary
Islands forecast
WindGURU: Spain - Canary Islands - Gran Canaria
Instituto Nacional De Meteorologia
