October 21 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Gran Canaria. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Gran Canaria right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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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 October 21
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.8°C. 10% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gran Canaria in October
Based on historical data for October 21, Gran Canaria typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 22.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% 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
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
10%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.1 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 93% 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
🔴 42 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 63 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 105 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.9°C
Noticeable
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
✅ 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
~328
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gran Canaria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:07
☀️ Noon
12:47
🌇 Sunset
18:28
⏱️ Daylight
11h 21m
Wind Speed
12.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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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
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 21 averages 22.8°C with a 10% 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 October 21?
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria on October 21? 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 22.8°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 328 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 23.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.79m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 21 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.9°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 11.1°C in 2018.