Gran Canaria or Tenerife in February?
On climate data, Gran Canaria comes out ahead overall in February. See the per-criterion details below.
Gran CanariaPhoto: Bengt Nyman · CC BY-SA 4.0
TenerifePhoto: Mark · CC BY 2.0Key figures in February
| Criterion | Gran Canaria | Tenerife |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 19 °C | 19 °C |
| Average daily low | 17 °C | 17 °C |
| Sea | 19 °C | 19 °C |
| Rainy days | 5 rainy days (est.) ★ | 7 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 5 h/day | 5 h/day |
| Humidity | 76 % | 75 % |
Winner by travel type
Gran Canaria or Tenerife in February: the short answer
In February, Gran Canaria comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Gran Canaria 73/100 vs Tenerife 71/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on February as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Gran Canaria averages a climate score of 83/100, Tenerife 83/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in February, side by side
The average daily high is about 19 °C in Gran Canaria and 19 °C in Tenerife — about the same. Average daily lows are around 17 °C versus 17 °C.
On rain, Gran Canaria sees about 5 rainy days in February and Tenerife about 7 — drier in Gran Canaria. Sunshine is comparable (5 vs 5 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In February the water is about 19 °C at Gran Canaria and 19 °C at Tenerife. Over the year, Gran Canaria is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September, October and November, Tenerife in June, July, August, September, October, November and December. Peak sea warmth is September for Gran Canaria and September for Tenerife.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Gran Canaria records roughly 35 rainy days and Tenerife about 52 — the drier of the two overall is Gran Canaria. At their sunniest, Gran Canaria reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (May) and Tenerife about 9 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Gran Canaria is at its best in July, August, September and October, while Tenerife peaks in July, August, September and October. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the February scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Gran Canaria scores higher in February (Gran Canaria 59 vs Tenerife 57).
City breaks: Gran Canaria scores higher in February (Gran Canaria 94 vs Tenerife 91).
Active & hiking: Gran Canaria scores higher in February (Gran Canaria 91 vs Tenerife 88).
Family: Gran Canaria scores higher in February (Gran Canaria 61 vs Tenerife 60).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In February, Gran Canaria leads across every scored category here. Choose using the February values and travel-style scores above. The rounded annual overall scores are also tied (83/100). A higher annual score therefore cannot decide the choice. Use the monthly values for your actual travel dates.