Gran Canaria Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gran Canaria, Spain in May.

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Planning a getaway to Gran Canaria, Spain this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Gran Canaria in May

Gran Canaria, Spain is a region in Spain. May in Gran Canaria generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Playa del Ingles.

For specific regional insights in Gran Canaria, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto de Mogán with an average of 5.5 mm (0.2 in) to low rainfall in Arucas with 16 mm (0.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Playa del Ingles gets approximately 271 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Gran Canaria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gran Canaria — and find the best time to visit. (based on Playa del Ingles)

January19°C (66°F) February19°C (66°F) March20°C (68°F) April20°C (68°F) May22°C (72°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August26°C (79°F) September25°C (77°F) October24°C (75°F) November22°C (72°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gran Canaria in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gran Canaria.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Gran Canaria

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Gran Canaria, Spain?

Temperature range in Gran Canaria (May)

Precipitation variation in Gran Canaria (May)

Playa del Ingles

In May Playa del Ingles generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa del Ingles →

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

In May Las Palmas de Gran Canaria generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria →

Maspalomas

In May Maspalomas generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
8.9 mm (0.4 in)
4 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maspalomas →

Puerto Rico

In May Puerto Rico generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Rico →

San Agustin

In May San Agustin generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
271 hours
286 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Agustin →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gran Canaria in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Playa del Ingles 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Maspalomas 22°C (72°F) 18°C (64°F) 8.9 mm (0.4 in)
Puerto Rico 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 6.4 mm (0.3 in)
San Agustin 21°C (70°F) 18°C (64°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Salobre 22°C (72°F) 17°C (63°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)

Gran Canaria weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gran Canaria, Spain in May?

Expect perfect weather across Gran Canaria, Spain in May. The popular destination of Playa del Ingles averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Gran Canaria, Spain in May?

In Playa del Ingles, the average daytime high in May is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does Gran Canaria, Spain get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Gran Canaria, Spain. Playa del Ingles averages only about 9.2 mm (0.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gran Canaria, Spain?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Gran Canaria, Spain with overall perfect weather in Playa del Ingles. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, provide perfect weather in Playa del Ingles.

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