The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn in Gran Canaria is often underrated: 25°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (6% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (9.7/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Gran Canaria. Compared to September: −0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
16°
Sea
24°C
pleasant for swimming
Daylight
11.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 32
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Gran Canaria is August (9.7/10), 1.0 pt higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.79°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 28°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 20°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 16%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Gran Canaria ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.7 → 7.9 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
27.92°N · 15.39°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?
August is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Gran Canaria get in August?
Gran Canaria averages 9.7 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Gran Canaria?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Gran Canaria in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Gran Canaria good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gran Canaria scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 9.5/10.
When should you avoid Gran Canaria?
January is the most difficult month to visit Gran Canaria, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Gran Canaria in October?
In October, the sea averages 24°C in Gran Canaria: pleasant for swimming. Swimming is pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gran Canaria in October?
The average UV index reaches 6 in October in Gran Canaria (high), with about 11.3h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.