Monthly climate guide
Gran Canaria weather in May
Expect warm weather in Gran Canaria in May: afternoons reach about 24°C (75°F), while nights drop to around 18°C (64°F). Around 9 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are 2°C warmer than April and 2°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Gran Canaria.
- Good walking weather for combining Roque Nublo and Maspalomas Dunes in one day.
- Gran Canaria is usually about 3°C warmer than Maspalomas in May.
- Days and nights are close, only about 6°C apart.
Avg high
24°C
75°F
Avg low
18°C
64°F
Rainfall
9 mm
very dry
Humidity
67%
relative
Sky
33%
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 May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- Sunglasses
Is May 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 May
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Gran Canaria in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Gran Canaria?
May is a reasonable time for Gran Canaria: highs around 24°C and about 9 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Gran Canaria in May?
Average highs are about 24°C (75°F) and average lows about 18°C (64°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Gran Canaria in May?
Gran Canaria typically gets around 9 mm of rain in May — 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.