Gran Canaria, located in the Atlantic Ocean about 150 kilometres off the northwestern coast of Africa. Gran Canaria is noted for its rich variety of micro climates. Generally speaking though, the average daytime high ranges from 20 °C in winter, to 26 °C in summer. This island is called a "Miniature Continent" due to the different climates and variety of landscapes found, with long beaches and dunes of white sand, contrasting with green ravines and picturesque villages..