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Gran Canaria, Spain · Temperate oceanic

Gran Canaria in January: go or not?

Good time. Gran Canaria in January gets 7.9/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 27.92°N · 15.39°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Gran Canaria · January
7.9
16–20°
Temperature
6%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Miltiadis Fragkidis via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in January

Even in winter, Gran Canaria enjoys 20.0°F. A real asset for escaping the European cold. Rain is virtually absent (6.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.

January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Gran Canaria. Compared to December: −2°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in January

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
10°
Sea
21°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
10.4h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 69
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Is January the right month?

The best month in Gran Canaria is July (9.6/10), 1.7 pt higher than January.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Gran Canaria, the miniature continent: Maspalomas dunes in the south, pine forests at altitude, Atlantic to the west. July-August dominate (9.6/10) with 70-82°F and 0-1% rain.

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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 trip.

Country · Spain

🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+3.22°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 82°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 68°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 12%

🏖️ Beach trip

📅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
Spain
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 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 82°F highs, 72°F lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 1.0% 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 72°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Gran Canaria good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Gran Canaria scores 7.5/10 on average — Acceptable 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 January?
In January, the sea averages 69°F in Gran Canaria: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Gran Canaria in January?
The average UV index reaches 5 in January in Gran Canaria (moderate), with about 10.4h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.