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Gran Canaria in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Gran Canaria in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Gran Canaria, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Gran Canaria in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 5 rainy days and 18 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+45°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
18 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
5 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gran Canaria has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Gran Canaria in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gran Canaria for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +64°F during the day to a minimum of +46°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +59°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +64°F.

Is Gran Canaria warm or cold in February?

Gran Canaria is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Gran Canaria, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Gran Canaria in February

Water in Gran Canaria in February is Fresh. It varies from +65°F to +69°F, with an average of +67°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Gran Canaria are reached in September, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +67°F.

Can you swim in Gran Canaria in February?

Water temperature (+67°F) in Gran Canaria in February might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Gran Canaria in February

Gran Canaria weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+57°F+59°F+61°F
Min. temperature
+46°F+45°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+68°F+72°F+75°F
Rainfall
18 mm18 mm15 mm
Wind
4 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+68°F+67°F+67°F
Humidity
66%66%65%
Air pressure
1021 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
10910
Cloudy days
151415
Rainy days
655
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +59°F during the day. The rainfall amount in February stays the same as in the previous month with a 18 mm of total precipitation. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 66%. Winds are stronger in comparison to January, going up from 4 m/s to 5 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in January to 9 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Gran Canaria in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Gran Canaria is gradually increasing during February, going from 6 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Gran Canaria based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 14% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 7 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain. Gran Canaria is amazing in February with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
February is one of the rainiest months in Gran Canaria, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Gran Canaria wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 26 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Gran Canaria?

This is the weather in Gran Canaria in February 2023:
1 February
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+59°F
2 February
☀️
+59°F
3 February
☀️
+58°F
4 February
☀️
+58°F
5 February
☀️
+58°F
6 February
☀️
+59°F
7 February
☀️
+59°F
8 February
☁️
+57°F
9 February
☁️
+57°F
10 February
☀️
+58°F
11 February
🌧️
+63°F
12 February
🌫️
+60°F
13 February
🌫️
+59°F
14 February
🌫️
+59°F
15 February
☁️
+57°F
16 February
☀️
+57°F
17 February
☀️
+59°F
18 February
☀️
+60°F
19 February
☁️
+60°F
20 February
☀️
+61°F
21 February
☀️
+62°F
22 February
☁️
+57°F
23 February
🌧️
+60°F
24 February
☁️
+59°F
25 February
🌧️
+59°F
26 February
☀️
+64°F
27 February
☀️
+62°F
28 February
☀️
+64°F
In February 2023 Gran Canaria had 16 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 66%, with a maximum of 89% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Gran Canaria climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Gran Canaria in February has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+62°F) and the highest in 2013 (+69°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 35 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 338 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gran Canaria in February:

Is February a good time to visit Gran Canaria?

February is a really good time to go to Gran Canaria. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Gran Canaria.

Can you sunbathe in Gran Canaria in February?

February has mild temperatures in Gran Canaria. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Gran Canaria in February?

In general, you can swim in Gran Canaria in February, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Gran Canaria rainy in February?

Gran Canaria is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Gran Canaria in February?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gran Canaria in February, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Gran Canaria

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gran Canaria, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.