December 26 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Gran Canaria. With minimal rain risk (6%) and pleasant highs of 18°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. Note: December 26 is St. Stephen's Day in Gran Canaria, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 December 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.7°C. 6% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gran Canaria in December
Based on historical data for December 26, Gran Canaria typically experiences temperatures between 11°C and 17.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (6% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Gran Canaria
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
6%
Avg 0.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
39%
Overcast
Pressure
1021.3 hPa
Medium 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 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.9°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
St. Stephen's Day
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~342
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gran Canaria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:52
☀️ Noon
13:03
🌇 Sunset
18:15
⏱️ Daylight
10h 22m
Wind Speed
15 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Gran Canaria
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 December 26 averages 17.7°C with a 6% 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 December 26?
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria on December 26? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.7°C with a 6% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with St. Stephen's Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 342 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 21°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.9m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 20.1°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 6°C in 2017.