Weather for Gran Canaria in February is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +15°C during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 5 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in February around 18 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
+7°C
Min.
+22°C
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
The expected average maximum temperature in February is +15°C with a maximum of +18°C and a minimum of +8°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +15°C to +18°C.
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 +14°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +11°C.
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 +18°C to +21°C, with an average of +19°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.
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 +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +19°C.
Can you swim in Gran Canaria in February?
Water temperature (+19°C) in Gran Canaria in February might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°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.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+14°C
+15°C
+16°C
Min. temperature
+8°C
+7°C
+6°C
Max. temperature
+20°C
+22°C
+24°C
Rainfall
18 mm
18 mm
15 mm
Wind
4 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+20°C
+19°C
+19°C
Humidity
66%
66%
65%
Air pressure
1021 HPa
1019 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
10
9
10
Cloudy days
15
14
15
Rainy days
6
5
5
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as good as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +14°C to +15°C 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 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
Total precipitation in February is about 7 mm, with a 14% chance of rain on a typical day. 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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+15°C
2 February
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+15°C
3 February
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+14°C
4 February
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+14°C
5 February
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+15°C
6 February
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+15°C
7 February
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+15°C
8 February
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+14°C
9 February
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+14°C
10 February
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+14°C
11 February
🌧️
+17°C
12 February
🌫️
+16°C
13 February
🌫️
+15°C
14 February
🌫️
+15°C
15 February
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+14°C
16 February
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+14°C
17 February
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+15°C
18 February
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+16°C
19 February
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+15°C
20 February
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+16°C
21 February
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+17°C
22 February
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+14°C
23 February
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+16°C
24 February
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+15°C
25 February
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+15°C
26 February
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+18°C
27 February
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+17°C
28 February
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+18°C
In February 2023 Gran Canaria had 16 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +18°C and a minimum of +14°C. 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.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Gran Canaria climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Gran Canaria in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+16°C) and the highest in 2013 (+20°C). 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 +19°C. 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.
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.