Gran Canaria · May
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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
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Gran Canaria: only 0 rain days, 24°C (75°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 19°C (66°F) at night (daily average: 21°C (70°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F). With 11 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 days. The sea is 20°C (68°F) — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Spring: the Maspalomas dunes glow golden, the north coast around Las Palmas is lively and urban. The beaches in the south are accessible without the high-season crush.
Packing list for Gran Canaria in May
- T-shirts and shorts
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Gran Canaria (Climate Score: 93/100). Pleasant temperatures (24°C (75°F)), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (0) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Gran Canaria in May?
- In May, Gran Canaria sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 19°C (66°F), with a daily average of 21°C (70°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 16°C (61°F).
- How much rain falls in Gran Canaria in May?
- In May, Gran Canaria receives an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain over 0 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Gran Canaria get in May?
- Gran Canaria averages 11 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Gran Canaria in May?
- Water temperature in Gran Canaria in May averages 20°C (68°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
