Lanzarote or Gran Canaria in November?
In November, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria are overall neck and neck — it comes down to your priorities.
LanzarotePhoto: H. Zell · CC BY-SA 3.0
Gran CanariaPhoto: Bengt Nyman · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in November
| Criterion | Lanzarote | Gran Canaria |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 22 °C | 22 °C |
| Average daily low | 20 °C | 20 °C |
| Sea | 22 °C | 22 °C |
| Rainy days | 3 rainy days (est.) ★ | 5 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 5 h/day | 5 h/day |
| Humidity | 76 % | 76 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Lanzarote is drier, with about 2 fewer rainy days.
Lanzarote or Gran Canaria in November: the short answer
In November, Lanzarote and Gran Canaria are essentially level on the overall climate score (both around 85/100). The decision comes down to the individual criteria below.
This comparison focuses on November as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Lanzarote averages a climate score of 83/100, Gran Canaria 83/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in November, side by side
The average daily high is about 22 °C in Lanzarote and 22 °C in Gran Canaria — about the same. Average daily lows are around 20 °C versus 20 °C.
On rain, Lanzarote sees about 3 rainy days in November and Gran Canaria about 5 — drier in Lanzarote. Sunshine is comparable (5 vs 5 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In November the water is about 22 °C at Lanzarote and 22 °C at Gran Canaria. Over the year, Lanzarote is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in July, August, September, October and November, Gran Canaria in June, July, August, September, October and November. Peak sea warmth is September for Lanzarote and September for Gran Canaria.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Lanzarote records roughly 21 rainy days and Gran Canaria about 35 — the drier of the two overall is Lanzarote. At their sunniest, Lanzarote reaches about 8 hours of sun a day (May) and Gran Canaria about 8 (May). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Lanzarote is at its best in July, August, September and October, while Gran Canaria 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 November scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Gran Canaria scores higher in November (Lanzarote 78 vs Gran Canaria 79).
City breaks: Lanzarote scores higher in November (Lanzarote 98 vs Gran Canaria 97).
Active & hiking: Lanzarote scores higher in November (Lanzarote 90 vs Gran Canaria 88).
Family: Gran Canaria scores higher in November (Lanzarote 82 vs Gran Canaria 83).
Verdict: which should you pick?
Choose using the November 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.