Weather in Gran Canaria in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Gran Canaria and ranks 49th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Spain it is 1st of 87 (Spain in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Gran Canaria is 12.6°C warmer by day and 13.6°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Gran Canaria peaks at 20.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.4°C or more. Roughly 1 in 23 days top 25°C. Nights average 15.6°C; one night in ten drops to 13.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 29.5°C (2020-02-25) and the coldest night 11.5°C (2019-02-19).

Rain in February

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 3 days with 1 mm or more, 20 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2018 with 120 mm, the driest 1995 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 70%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 18.8°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 18.1°C to 19.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in September (23.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.0 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:40 and sets about 18:53 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 32%.

Is February a good time to visit Gran Canaria?

It is a reasonable choice: warm days. The best months for Gran Canaria on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Warm days, but pack for cooler evenings

Expect warmth you can comfortably spend time outdoors in, not reliable midsummer heat. February sits near the cool end of Gran Canaria's year, so light clothes make sense for warmer afternoons, with a jumper or light jacket for evenings. The warmest days reach 23.4°C or more, but cooler nights can fall to 13.5°C or below. If you want to sit outside after dark, pack something warmer than your daytime outfit. Plan beach time around the warmer part of the day rather than assuming it will feel warm from morning onwards. This is a better fit for gentle warmth than for heat-seeking sunbathers.

Useful sunshine, with room for rain

There is enough sunshine to make outdoor plans worthwhile: February averages about 7.5 hours of sunshine within 11 hours of daylight. That does not mean every day will be clear, so keep your plans flexible rather than making the whole trip depend on uninterrupted sun. About 3 days have measurable rain during the month, making a light waterproof a sensible addition without treating this as a wet-weather holiday. Give yourself freedom to move a walk or time by the sea to a brighter spell. The overall balance favours spending time outside, with some allowance for cloud and rain.

The sea is the main compromise

The sea averages 18.8°C, which is bracing rather than comfortably warm. If you enjoy cooler water, a brief swim may appeal; if you usually need warm water to relax, February is unlikely to satisfy you. Sea temperatures range from 18°C to 20°C between years, so even the warmer end remains below the 22°C warm-swimming benchmark. Treat swimming as an optional part of the trip rather than its main purpose. Pack a layer for after getting out, especially if you stay by the water into the evening. For a holiday centred on outdoor time without lengthy swims, that trade-off is easier to accept.