October weather forecast
Gran Canaria, Spain

The rocky region of Puerto de Mogan in Gran Canaria, in Spain
The rocky region of Puerto de Mogan in Gran Canaria, in Spain

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Gran Canaria, Spain, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°C (69.8°F) and max 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 23.6°C (74.5°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. During the month of October, Gran Canaria's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F).

Humidity

In Gran Canaria, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 8.3 days and typically aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gran Canaria, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of October in Gran Canaria, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:48 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:18 WET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from WET to WEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gran Canaria is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gran Canaria are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Gran Canaria?
In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 21°C (69.8°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in October in Gran Canaria?
The average relative humidity in October in Gran Canaria, Spain, is 75%.
What is the rainiest month in Gran Canaria?
October is the month with the most rainfall in Gran Canaria, Spain. Rain falls for 8.3 days and accumulates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in October in Gran Canaria?
In October, in Gran Canaria, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout October, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October in Gran Canaria?
In Gran Canaria, the average day length in October is 11h and 29min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Gran Canaria?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:48 WEST. On the last day of the month, in Gran Canaria, Spain, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:18 WET.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in October in Gran Canaria?
On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Gran Canaria, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00.
How long on average sun shines in October in Gran Canaria?
The average sunshine duration in October in Gran Canaria, Spain, is 8.6h.
When is the highest UV index in Gran Canaria?
The months with the highest UV index in Gran Canaria are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in October in Gran Canaria?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Gran Canaria, Spain, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average temperature in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average high temperature in October: 23.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.7°C).

Average pressure in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average pressure in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average pressure in October: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average wind speed in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average wind speed in October: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (16km/h).

Average humidity in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average humidity in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average humidity in October: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (70%).

Average rainfall in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average rainfall in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average rainfall in October: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (19mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average rainfall days in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (10.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.8 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average sunshine days in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (14 days).

Average UV index in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average UV index in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average cloud cover in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in October: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in October - Gran Canaria, Spain
Average visibility in October
Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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