August 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Gran Canaria. With minimal rain risk (1%) and pleasant highs of 29°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Gran Canaria, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Gran Canaria
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Gran Canaria Weather Forecast for August 18
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 28.6°C. 1% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gran Canaria in August
Based on historical data for August 18, Gran Canaria typically experiences temperatures between 19.6°C and 28.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (1% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gran Canaria
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
28.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
19.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.9°C
🔥 Minor difference
Rain Chance
1%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
27%
Partly cloudy
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
Low volatility
Gran Canaria Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 76% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
18.9°C
Noticeable
Heat Index
29.9°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
High
86/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~329
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gran Canaria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:35
☀️ Noon
13:07
🌇 Sunset
19:39
⏱️ Daylight
13h 4m
Wind Speed
20.6 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
56%
Comfortable
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Travel Health & Safety in Gran Canaria
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Gran Canaria on August 18 averages 28.6°C with a 1% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Gran Canaria Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Gran Canaria Worth Visiting on August 18?
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria on August 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 28.6°C with a 1% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 329 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 24°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.85m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 38°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 15.2°C in 2022.