Monthly climate guide
Gran Canaria weather in March
Expect warm weather in Gran Canaria in March: afternoons reach about 22°C (71°F), while nights drop to around 16°C (60°F). Around 19 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as February and about the same as April.
What stands out in March
- March brings early spring to Gran Canaria.
- Good walking weather for combining Puerto de Mogán and Maspalomas Dunes in one day.
- Gran Canaria is usually about 3°C warmer than Maspalomas in March.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
16°C
60°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
67%
relative
Sky
32%
cloud · mostly sunny
Gran Canaria weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C / 69°F | 15°C / 60°F | 8 mm | 65% | 29% |
| February | 21°C / 69°F | 15°C / 59°F | 20 mm | 65% | 29% |
| March | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 60°F | 19 mm | 67% | 32% |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 16°C / 62°F | 21 mm | 71% | 36% |
| May | 24°C / 75°F | 18°C / 64°F | 9 mm | 67% | 33% |
| June | 26°C / 78°F | 20°C / 67°F | 4 mm | 68% | 19% |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 70°F | 1 mm | 64% | 10% |
| August | 30°C / 85°F | 23°C / 73°F | 1 mm | 62% | 12% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 7 mm | 69% | 23% |
| October | 26°C / 80°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 69% | 38% |
| November | 24°C / 74°F | 19°C / 66°F | 18 mm | 70% | 39% |
| December | 22°C / 71°F | 17°C / 62°F | 9 mm | 66% | 32% |
What to pack for March
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- Sunglasses
Is March a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
Our Gran Canaria guide recommends: Year-round; it's one of Europe's most reliable winter-sun destinations. The south coast is the sunniest part of the island.
Clouds often gather over the north and centre while the south stays sunny — pick your beach day accordingly.
Best time to visit Gran Canaria →Other Spain cities in March
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Gran Canaria in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
Yes. March is one of the best months for Gran Canaria, with highs around 22°C and about 19 mm of rain.
How warm is Gran Canaria in March?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 16°C (60°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gran Canaria in March?
Gran Canaria typically gets around 19 mm of rain in March — very dry.
When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?
Year-round; it's one of Europe's most reliable winter-sun destinations. The south coast is the sunniest part of the island.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Gran Canaria (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.