Canary Islands weather in October
In October, daytime highs across the 7 Canary Islands range from 25.5 to 27.5°C and the sea from 22.6 to 24.0°C. The warmest island is Lanzarote (27.5°C), the sunniest is Lanzarote and the driest is Fuerteventura, with 1.7 rainy days on average.
Every Canary Island in October, compared
| # | Island | Average high | Sea temperature | Sunshine hours | Rainy days | Sunny now |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lanzarote | 27.5° | 22.6° | 240 | 2.1 | 89% |
| 2 | Tenerife | 26.3° | 23.6° | 222 | 3.1 | 38% |
| 3 | Gran Canaria | 26.2° | 23.4° | 220 | 2.3 | 47% |
| 4 | Fuerteventura | 26.1° | 22.6° | 227 | 1.7 | 100% |
| 5 | La Gomera | 25.8° | 23.8° | — | 2.8 | 0% |
| 6 | El Hierro | 25.6° | 24.0° | 194 | 2.5 | 0% |
| 7 | La Palma | 25.5° | 23.9° | 175 | 5.2 | 50% |
Can you swim in the Canary Islands in October?
Yes — the sea is 22.6–24.0°C in October, warm enough for most swimmers. It is warmest around El Hierro.
So far in October: measured on the beaches
LIVE Live from AEMET's beach forecasts since the 1st of the month: the share of sunny mornings and the average sea temperature on each island.
| Island | Sunny mornings | Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Lanzarote | 67% | 24.2° |
| Tenerife | 43% | 25.0° |
| Gran Canaria | 61% | 24.9° |
| Fuerteventura | 80% | 23.8° |
| La Gomera | 43% | 25.3° |
| El Hierro | 14% | 25.6° |
| La Palma | 38% | 25.3° |
Canary Islands weather month by month
Frequently asked questions
Which Canary Island is warmest in October?
Lanzarote, with average daytime highs of 27.5°C in October, followed by Tenerife at 26.3°C. South coasts are usually warmer and sunnier than north coasts.
Does it rain much in the Canary Islands in October?
Not much: 1.7 to 5.2 rainy days on average in October, depending on the island. Fuerteventura is the driest.
Which Canary Island is sunniest in October?
Lanzarote, with about 240 hours of sunshine in October — the most among the islands with official sunshine records.
Which Canary Island has the warmest sea in October?
El Hierro, where the sea averages about 24.0°C in October.
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Data source: AEMET © Agencia Estatal de Meteorología · Climate averages from AEMET normals (1981–2010 / 1991–2020). Last reviewed 2026-06-12.