Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 249 mm (9.8 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 30 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 5 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 178 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Temperature page.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's average annual precipitation is 249 mm (9.8 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

For more detailed information about Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Climate page.