October weather forecast
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain

October in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria begins to experience the subtle onset of autumn. While the sea temperature remains favorable at 23.4°C (74.1°F), a discernible decrease in temperatures is noticeable, ranging from 20.1°C (68.2°F) to 26.2°C (79.2°F). The city witnesses an increase in the number of rainy days and upswing to 16mm (0.63") rainfall, marking a noticeable transition from the preceding dry months. The reduction in daylight time and sunshine hours heralds the imminent arrival of winter.

Temperature

Entering October, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 26.2°C (79.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. In October, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria records an average nighttime temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Rainfall

In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, during October, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, there are 21 rainfall days, and 147mm (5.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

September and October, with an average sea temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 23.4°C (74.1°F) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 29min.
On the first day of October in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 19:47 WEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:17 WET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from WEST to WET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 01:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from WET to WEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be wary! Reflections from sand and water make UV radiation more intense.