Gran Canaria Weather in October

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

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Playa del Ingles Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Maspalomas Puerto Rico

Planning a trip to Gran Canaria, Spain this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Gran Canaria in October

Gran Canaria, Spain is a region in Spain. October in Gran Canaria generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Playa del Ingles.

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

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Puerto de Mogán with an average of 22 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Valsequillo with 31 mm (1.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this October. For example, Playa del Ingles gets approximately 221 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 October

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Gran Canaria, Spain?

Temperature range in Gran Canaria (October)

Precipitation variation in Gran Canaria (October)

Playa del Ingles

In October Playa del Ingles generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Playa del Ingles →

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

In October Las Palmas de Gran Canaria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
26 mm (1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria →

Maspalomas

In October Maspalomas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Maspalomas →

Puerto Rico

In October Puerto Rico generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Puerto Rico →

San Agustin

In October San Agustin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
221 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
25 mm (1 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in San Agustin →

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

In our records: Spain October extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest October day in Spain brought 300 mm (12 in) in Alicante on October 17, 1998.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Playa del Ingles 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Maspalomas 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Puerto Rico 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
San Agustin 24°C (75°F) 21°C (70°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Salobre 24°C (75°F) 20°C (68°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)

Gran Canaria weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Expect perfect weather across Gran Canaria, Spain in October. The popular destination of Playa del Ingles averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Gran Canaria, Spain during October range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 24°C (75°F) in Playa del Ingles.

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

October is on the drier side in Gran Canaria, Spain. Playa del Ingles averages only about 24 mm (0.9 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, October 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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