Gran Canaria · January
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.
January 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: 19°C (66°F)). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 24 mm (0.9 in) total. The sea is 20°C (68°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.
Packing list for Gran Canaria in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
- January is not an optimal month for Gran Canaria (Score: 74/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Gran Canaria in January?
- In January, Gran Canaria sees daily highs of 21°C (70°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 19°C (66°F). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 13°C (55°F).
- How much rain falls in Gran Canaria in January?
- In January, Gran Canaria receives an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Gran Canaria get in January?
- Gran Canaria averages 8 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Gran Canaria in January?
- Water temperature in Gran Canaria in January averages 20°C (68°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
