Canary Islands

Canary Islands Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Canary Islands, Spain in January.

Are you planning a trip a to the Canary Islands, Spain in January and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Canary Islands in January

The Canary Islands, Spain is a region in Spain. January in the Canary Islands generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Fasnia at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Llanos de la Concepción at 21°C (70°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Llanos de la Concepción and 12°C (54°F) in Fasnia.

For specific regional insights in the Canary Islands, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Gran Tarajal with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Puntallana with 36 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

January brings good sunshine to many areas. Puerto del Carmen sees around 204 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the Canary Islands by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Canary Islands — and find the best time to visit. (based on Puerto del Carmen)

Best Places to Visit in the Canary Islands in January

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Canary Islands

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Canary Islands, Spain?

Temperature range in the Canary Islands (January)

Precipitation variation in the Canary Islands (January)

Puerto del Carmen

In January Puerto del Carmen generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
204 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Playa Blanca

In January Playa Blanca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
197 hours
204 hours
200 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Playa del Ingles

In January Playa del Ingles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
187 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Adeje

In January Adeje generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
180 hours
184 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

In January Las Palmas de Gran Canaria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
178 hours
187 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
26 mm (1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Canary Islands, in Spain.

In our records: Spain January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Spain in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Spain dropped to -12°C (10°F) in Madrid on January 12, 2021.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Spain was -3°C (27°F) in San Sebastián on January 8, 1985.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Canary Islands in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puerto del Carmen 19°C (66°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Playa Blanca 20°C (68°F) 17°C (63°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Playa del Ingles 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Adeje 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 19°C (66°F) 15°C (59°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Playa de las Americas 19°C (66°F) 16°C (61°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

The Canary Islands weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Canary Islands, Spain in January?

the Canary Islands, Spain typically experiences perfect weather in January, part of the season. Daytime highs in Puerto del Carmen average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 17°C (63°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Canary Islands, Spain in January?

Puerto del Carmen averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does the Canary Islands, Spain get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Canary Islands, Spain during January, with Puerto del Carmen averaging close to 15 mm (0.6 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Canary Islands, Spain?

In our opinion, January is a good time to visit the Canary Islands, Spain with overall perfect weather in Puerto del Carmen. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly perfect weather in Puerto del Carmen.

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