Gran Canaria · February
Low seasonSpain · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)26 (79) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)27 (81) | 26° (79°)23– (73–)28 (82) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)25– (77–)32 (90) | 27° (81°)25– (77–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)23– (73–)30 (86) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)28 (82) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)26 (79) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)13– (55–)18 (64) | 17° (63°)15– (59–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 20° (68°)17– (63–)22 (72) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)24 (75) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 19° (66°)16– (61–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)14– (57–)19 (66) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h | 9h | 10h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 8h | 8h |
🌊Water Temp | 20° (68°) | 19° (66°) | 19° (66°) | 20° (68°) | 20° (68°) | 22° (72°) | 22° (72°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 24° (75°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d24mm (0.9") | 3d29mm (1.2") | 1d8mm (0.3") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (0") | 0d1mm (<0.1") | 1d5mm (0.2") | 2d28mm (1.1") | 3d18mm (0.7") | 2d17mm (0.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Gran Canaria at 21°C (70°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Daytime highs average 21°C (70°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 18°C (64°F)). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 29 mm (1.1 in) total. The sea is 19°C (66°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Gran Canaria in the mild winter: in February the Las Palmas Carnival turns the beach promenade and city centre into a stage for two weeks — one of the biggest carnivals in Spain. Ideal temperatures for hiking the uplands around Tejeda.
Events & Festivals
- Carnaval de Las Palmas de Gran CanariaFebruary (two weeks)
One of Spain's biggest carnivals after Tenerife. Highlights include the election of the Carnival Queen, the grand parade along the Las Canteras promenade and the colourful closing celebrations.
Packing list for Gran Canaria in February
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
- February is not an optimal month for Gran Canaria (Score: 73/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Gran Canaria in February?
- In February, Gran Canaria sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 18°C (64°F). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 12°C (54°F).
- How much rain falls in Gran Canaria in February?
- In February, Gran Canaria receives an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Gran Canaria get in February?
- Gran Canaria averages 9 sunshine hours per day in February — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Gran Canaria in February?
- Water temperature in Gran Canaria in February averages 19°C (66°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
