Meloneras weather by month

When to go to Meloneras

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September, October. December is the wettest month (28 mm, about 5 rainy days) and August the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in September at 23.2°C and coolest in February at 18.8°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Gran Canaria Airport (LPA, 27 km from Maspalomas) takes roughly 4 h 24 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Atlantic/Canary.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Meloneras between 1991 and 2020 reached 41.8°C on 27 August 2020; the coldest fell to 10.0°C on 31 January 2018. In August one day in ten tops 32.2°C and about 22% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 13.5°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was February 2018 with 120 mm, against a February average of 20 mm.

Spring: mild afternoons, but a cool sea

March and April both average 22°C by day, making spring a sensible choice if you want to spend time outdoors without summer heat. The catch is the sea: at 19°C, it may feel brisk rather than inviting for a long swim. Nights average 16°C in March and 17°C in April, so bring a light jumper or jacket for evenings. Both months average 4 rain days, so leave some flexibility in outdoor plans. May brings a gentle improvement, with 23°C afternoons, 18°C nights and 9 hours of sunshine. It suits travellers who want warmth without making the hottest weather their priority.

Summer: the strongest choice for heat and sunshine

June offers a useful balance: daytime temperatures average 25°C, with 11 hours of sunshine and just 1 rain day. The sea is still relatively fresh at 21°C, so warmer air does not yet mean equally warm swimming. July and August both average 28°C by day and 0 rain days, making them the clearest choices for a holiday centred on sunshine. That is an average, not a promise of dry weather throughout your stay. Plan shade breaks around midday and favour lighter clothing. July has 12 hours of sunshine, while August has warmer water at 23°C and nights averaging 22°C, better suited to lingering outdoors in the evening.

Autumn and winter: lingering warmth, then cooler evenings

September keeps much of summer's warmth, with 27°C days and a 23°C sea. October remains appealing for swimming, with the same sea temperature and 26°C afternoons, though its 5 rain days call for more flexible plans. November eases to 23°C by day, while the sea stays at 22°C. December is milder rather than hot, averaging 21°C by day and 17°C at night; pack a layer for evenings. January and February both average 20°C afternoons and 16°C nights, so they suit travellers seeking gentle warmth rather than summer heat. January's sea averages 20°C, falling to 19°C in February. Winter is therefore less convincing for long swims, but still a reasonable choice if you prefer being outdoors in mild temperatures and do not need hot evenings.