Weather in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain in April

The weather in April is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into May. The average maximum temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April is 23°C (73°F). The average maximum temperature is 22°C (71°F) in the previous month and 24°C (75°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April is 20°C (67°F). The average temperature is 19°C (66°F) in the previous month and 21°C (69°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April is 17°C (63°F). The minimum temperature is 16°C (61°F) in the previous month and 18°C (65°F) in the next month.

The days in April are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into May. April has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into May. During April the average day light hours are 12.8 per day in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The sunshine percentage is 72% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.2hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in April is typically 10.7 during April. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.