Winter in Gran Canaria vs. Europe: Cold Survival Guide

As you read this from Northern or Central Europe, chances are the heating is on full blast and the sky is leaden grey. The European winter is tough. But just a few hours' flight away, there is a parallel reality where "winter" is just a word on the calendar.

At Oceanside Gran Canaria, we want to propose a game of contrasts. Here is the ultimate comparison between staying there or coming to Las Canteras.

The Ultimate Duel: European Winter vs. Canarian Summer

The Temperature: 0ºC vs. 22ºC

It's not magic, it's our geographical location. While in many European capitals the thermometer flirts with negative numbers, in Las Palmas we enjoy an average of 22 degrees in January. Here you don't need thermal layers, just a desire to enjoy.

The Gear: 5mm or Rash Guard?

If you are a surfer in the north, you know the "wetsuit struggle": 5/4mm suits, booties, gloves, and hood. An armor that weighs you down and limits your movements.
The reality at La Cícer: In January, we surf in a comfortable 3/2mm and even, on sunny days with little wind, you'll see people in shorty wetsuits or rash guards. Feeling the water without freezing is a luxury you have to experience.

The "Après-Surf": Fireplace vs. Terrace

There, at the end of the day, you take refuge at home because it gets dark at 4 PM. Here, the surf session ends with a beer or a tropical juice on the Las Canteras promenade terraces, watching a spectacular sunset over the ocean.

Guaranteed Vitamin D

Lack of light affects mood (the famous SAD or Seasonal Affective Disorder). Gran Canaria is the best natural light therapy you can book. You will return home tanned and recharged to face whatever is left of winter.

Don't spend another winter shivering. Book your Stay & Surf Pack and come see why we are called the Fortunate Islands.