WhatAWeatherClimate in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has one of the most stable and pleasant climates in the world. Mean temperatures range from 18 degrees Celsius in January to 25 degrees in August, with very limited daily variation thanks to the Atlantic Ocean.
North-easterly trade winds dominate most of the year and are responsible for the panza de burro, a stratiform cloud layer that often covers the north of the island in the morning while the south stays clear.
Rainfall is very scarce, around 130 mm a year, concentrated from November to February. Saharan air intrusions known as calima can push temperatures above 35 degrees and severely reduce air quality through PM10 concentrations.
Las Canteras beach and the historic Vegueta quarter are enjoyable almost year-round. September and October are extremely stable. Use the hourly forecast, UV index and air quality (especially during calima events) to plan your trip.