January 2 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Gran Canaria. With minimal rain risk (7%) and pleasant highs of 18°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll enjoy Gran Canaria with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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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 January 2
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.5°C. 7% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gran Canaria in January
Based on historical data for January 2, Gran Canaria typically experiences temperatures between 10.8°C and 17.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (7% 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
17.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
7%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
39%
Overcast
Pressure
1023.6 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 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 133 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 200 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 333 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.3°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
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
44/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~169
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gran Canaria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:54
☀️ Noon
13:07
🌇 Sunset
18:19
⏱️ Daylight
10h 24m
Wind Speed
14.9 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Gran Canaria
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 January 2 averages 17.5°C with a 7% 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 January 2?
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria on January 2? 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 17.5°C with a 7% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 169 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 20.8°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.71m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 2 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.2°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 6.3°C in 2025.