Gran Canaria in January: weather, sea & travel advice
Gran Canaria in January is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 19 °C (mild), and the sea is about 20 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.
Gran Canaria · JanuaryPhoto: Bengt Nyman · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 19 °C
- Night
- 17 °C
- Sea
- 20 °C
- Rainy days
- 5 rainy days
- Sun
- 4 h/day
- Humidity
- 74 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachLimited59/100
City breakExcellent92/100
ActiveExcellent90/100
FamilyLimited64/100
In favour
- Little rain (about 5 rainy days)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
19J
19F
19M
20A
21M
22J
23J
24A
24S
24O
22N
20D
5J
4F
3M
1A
0M
0J
0J
0A
1S
3O
5N
6D
Similar destinations in January
Frequently asked questions
How warm is Gran Canaria in January?
Daytime highs average around 19 °C, with nights around 17 °C.
Can you swim in Gran Canaria in January?
The sea is about 20 °C (refreshing).
Does it rain a lot in Gran Canaria in January?
On the long-term average, expect about 5 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.