Gran Canaria Weather in November 2026
“Mild and bright — an underrated time to visit.”
Roughly 7 rainy days across the month, on average.
November eases temperatures downward with highs at 20.9°C (70°F), nights at 13.1°C (55°F), 32mm rain across 7.4 wet days, and 9.6 sunshine hours. The Atlantic cools slightly to 21°C. Storm tracks shift southward, delivering occasional multi-day rainy stretches while sunny days remain frequent, particularly along the sheltered south coast around Puerto Rico and Amadores.
WRC Rally Islas Canarias arrives typically the second or third weekend with special stages tearing through Valsequillo, San Mateo, and Arucas — the island's only World Rally Championship round. Winter escape season officially begins as northern Europeans arrive by charter, and Maspalomas resorts fill with regular returners. Sardine roasts appear across coastal chiringuitos as Atlantic waters yield rich catches.
Reviewing 11 complete years from 2015 to 2025, November highs held between 20.1°C and 22.4°C, remarkably stable. Rainfall ranged from 8mm to 87mm, with 2023 delivering the wettest November thanks to a slow-moving low. Sunshine averaged around 9-10 hours daily. The 2026 forecast leans drier than average, favourable for outdoor Rally spectating weekends.
Booking Gran Canaria for November 2026 rewards early planners because WRC weekend pushes hotel rates up 40% across the entire island. Non-Rally weeks offer strong value and mild weather. Sunday sardine lunches in Puerto de las Nieves make excellent afternoon events, and layered clothing suits the day-to-evening 8°C swing throughout mid-to-late November 2026.
Vegueta neighborhood's Plaza de Santa Ana is where Columbus reportedly heard mass before crossing. Real papas arrugadas with mojo picón lives at Casa Montesdeoca in Vegueta, not the tourist strip. Take GC-200 to Puerto de las Nieves for grilled vieja and Agaete Valley coffee — the only coffee grown commercially in Europe. Maspalomas dunes are literally a Sahara fragment blown across in prevailing easterlies.
What to pack for Gran Canaria in November
Layer for variable November:
- Light waterproof jacket essential
- Long trousers plus one shorts pair
- Merino base layer for cooler evenings
- Closed shoes for Rally spectating
- Small daypack for spare layers
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Things worth doing
WRC Rally Canarias spectating, Puerto de las Nieves sardine lunch, Amadores sheltered beach day, Vegueta wine bar crawl, whale watching from Puerto Rico.
November vs. the rest of the year
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Best time to visit Gran Canaria
While November has its own character in Gran Canaria, the data-backed best months to visit Gran Canaria are April, May, June, July. These months combine the most favourable temperatures, rainfall, and sunshine across an 11-year climate record (2015–2025).
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Gran Canaria in November — FAQ
Q01Should I visit Gran Canaria in November?
Should I visit Gran Canaria in November?
Yes — this is one of the best months of the year to visit. In November, Gran Canaria averages a high of 21°C (70°F) and a low of 13°C (56°F), with 32mm of rainfall across roughly 7 rainy days. Carnaval de Las Palmas in February rivals Santa Cruz de Tenerife's; almond blossom hikes at Tejeda peak late January through February for a two-week window.
Q02What temperatures should I expect in Gran Canaria during November?
What temperatures should I expect in Gran Canaria during November?
The average high temperature in Gran Canaria during November is 21°C (70°F), with an average low of 13°C (56°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03Is November a rainy month in Gran Canaria?
Is November a rainy month in Gran Canaria?
Gran Canaria averages approximately 7 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 32mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days.
Q04How should I dress for Gran Canaria in November?
How should I dress for Gran Canaria in November?
For Gran Canaria in November, pack layered clothing for changing temperatures, sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. Sturdy hiking sandals with toe protection — Gran Canaria's volcanic ravines (barrancos) require water crossings and closed shoes overheat instantly.
Q05Is November a busy travel month for Gran Canaria?
Is November a busy travel month for Gran Canaria?
Tourist crowds in Gran Canaria during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. Vegueta neighborhood's Plaza de Santa Ana is where Columbus reportedly heard mass before crossing. Real papas arrugadas with mojo picón lives at Casa Montesdeoca in Vegueta, not the tourist strip. Take GC-200 to Puerto de las Nieves for grilled vieja and Agaete Valley coffee — the only coffee grown commercially in Europe. Maspalomas dunes are literally a Sahara fragment blown across in prevailing easterlies.