☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 20°C
It's mild at 20°C — warm enough for sightseeing but you may want a light layer for evenings. Gran Canaria in January has an average air temperature of 20°C with sea temperatures around 20°C. You can expect 6 hours of sunshine per day and 25mm of rainfall, which means minimal rainfall — mostly dry and sunny.
The sea is 20°C — refreshing but swimmable, especially on sunny days. With 6 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
Gran Canaria offers mild weather in January — great for culture and sightseeing. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Gran Canaria stacks up against similar destinations in January:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gran Canaria | 20°C | 20°C | 25mm | 6h |
| Agadir | 20°C | 17°C | 30mm | 7h |
| Dubai | 20°C | 22°C | 10mm | 8h |
| Sharm El Sheikh | 20°C | 22°C | 2mm | 8h |
| Hurghada | 21°C | 22°C | 1mm | 8h |
| Lanzarote | 19°C | 19°C | 20mm | 6h |
See how Gran Canaria's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Gran Canaria in January has average temperatures of 20°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 20°C.
The sea at 20°C is refreshing but swimmable.
Pack light layers, a jumper for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, and a rain jacket.
January is decent for visiting Gran Canaria — not too hot, good for sightseeing.
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