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The weather in August in Gran Canaria

It's warm in August in Gran Canaria with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.

Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Gran Canaria. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Gran Canaria, Spain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 37°C in 2016, Gran Canaria reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 28°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Gran Canaria is 24°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.

Rainfall amount

According to weather history, there is only 0,7 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Northeast.

Daily weather in August for Gran Canaria

Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Gran Canaria. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

August weather comparison

  Gran Canaria New York
Average temperature 29°C 30°C
Max. temperature 30°C 31°C
Min. temperature 22°C -5°C
Total precipitation 0,7 mm 79 mm
Rainy days 1 day 13 days

Start of August

The month of August starts in Gran Canaria with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 23°C.

Mid August

By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 29°C, with nights around 24°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.

End of August

By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Gran Canaria is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

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The climate in Gran Canaria is based on weather data from Maspalomas. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Gran Canaria to get the full picture of the climate.

Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in August in Gran Canaria, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in August in Gran Canaria

Temperature in August in Gran Canaria over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Gran Canaria, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in August in Gran Canaria

Total precipitation in August in Gran Canaria over the years

Daily UV index in August in Gran Canaria

This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Gran Canaria, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Weather experiences in August in Gran Canaria

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August was hot and sunny in Gran Canaria. Perfect for a summer vacation with lots of sun and water sports. Don't forget the sunburn!— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Gran Canaria by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gran Canaria. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.