Weather in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into April. The average maximum temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in March is 22°C (71°F). The average maximum temperature is 21°C (70°F) in the previous month and 23°C (73°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in March is 19°C (66°F). The average temperature is 18°C (64°F) in the previous month and 20°C (67°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in March is 16°C (61°F). The minimum temperature is 15°C (60°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The days in March are longer than the previous month and the days continue to get slightly longer into April. March has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into April. During March the average day light hours are 12 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 8.6hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in March is typically 8.7 during March. 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.