October 26 is generally a great time to visit Gran Canaria. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. Gran Canaria is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 26
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.6°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Gran Canaria in October
Based on historical data for October 26, Gran Canaria typically experiences temperatures between 15.5°C and 22.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% 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
22.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
50%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.6 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 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
17.3°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
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~328
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Gran Canaria
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:10
☀️ Noon
12:47
🌇 Sunset
18:24
⏱️ Daylight
11h 14m
Wind Speed
13.1 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
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 26 averages 22.6°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 19
23.4°C • 10% rain
Score
100
October 20
23°C • 12% rain
Score
100
October 21
22.8°C • 10% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Gran Canaria Worth Visiting on October 26?
Planning a trip to Gran Canaria on October 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 22.6°C with a 19% 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 23.4°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.62m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 26 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 12.3°C in 2018.