When to visit
Gran Canaria?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Gran Canaria
Canary Islands · Spain

The best weather in Gran Canaria is from June, July, August, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are April, May, June.consistent weather climate

Climate score
September
94

Perfect climate

🌥Mild

Temperature
12–22°C
Cool nights
Feels like
10–22°C
Dry
Precipitation
29mm
Moderate rain · 3 days
Sunshine
11.5h
Mostly clear
Humidity (%)
64%
Dry
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
87
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep87OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score454558779597999794886650
ClimateColdColdColdColdMildMildPleasantPleasantMildMildColdCold
Temperature3–12°C4–13°C4–14°C5–16°C7–18°C9–20°C13–26°C15–27°C12–22°C10–20°C7–16°C5–13°C
Feels like0–9°C0–10°C1–12°C3–15°C5–18°C7–20°C11–26°C12–27°C10–22°C8–19°C5–13°C2–10°C
Precipitation26mm
6 days
44mm
7 days
31mm
8 days
22mm
5 days
15mm
3 days
9mm
2 days
4mm
0 days
16mm
1 days
29mm
3 days
40mm
7 days
31mm
7 days
26mm
7 days
Sunshine9.8h
☀︎ 92%
10.4h
☀︎ 93%
11.3h
☀︎ 94%
11.8h
☀︎ 92%
12.8h
☀︎ 95%
13.2h
☀︎ 95%
12.8h
☀︎ 93%
12.0h
☀︎ 92%
11.5h
☀︎ 93%
10.6h
☀︎ 92%
9.7h
☀︎ 90%
9.6h
☀︎ 92%
WindNE · 13 km/hNE · 15 km/hN · 14 km/hN · 12 km/hN · 13 km/hNW · 12 km/hNE · 14 km/hE · 13 km/hN · 12 km/hN · 12 km/hNE · 13 km/hNE · 12 km/h
Humidity (%)68%67%70%68%65%65%48%47%64%65%69%68%
Day length10.6h11.2h12.0h12.8h13.5h13.9h13.7h13.1h12.3h11.5h10.8h10.4h
Tourist CrowdsHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Fiesta de la Rama (Agaete)
Transgrancanaria
Fiestas del Pino (Teror)
Canarias Folk Fest (Maspalomas)
Fiestas de San Juan (Las Palmas)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival
Rally Islas Canarias
Events & Festivals
  • Carnival of Las Palmas de Gran CanariafestivalSignature event
    February, March· 500k+ visitors

    This vibrant and spectacular carnival is one of the most famous in Spain, drawing massive crowds for its elaborate parad…

  • Fiesta de la Rama (Agaete)cultural
    August· 50k+ visitors

    This unique and ancient festival in Agaete involves participants dancing through the streets with tree branches, eventua…

  • Transgrancanariasports
    February, March· 5k+ visitors

    This internationally renowned ultra-trail race challenges runners across Gran Canaria's diverse and stunning landscapes,…

  • Fiestas del Pino (Teror)religious
    September· 50k+ visitors

    Held in the picturesque town of Teror, this is the most important religious festival on Gran Canaria, honoring the islan…

  • Canarias Folk Fest (Maspalomas)festival
    November· 5k+ visitors

    This festival celebrates traditional Canarian and international folk music and dance, bringing together artists and cult…

  • Fiestas de San Juan (Las Palmas)holiday
    June· 50k+ visitors

    Celebrating the summer solstice and the city's founding, the Fiestas de San Juan transform Las Palmas with bonfires, fir…

  • Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festivalcultural
    March, April· 5k+ visitors

    This acclaimed film festival showcases a diverse selection of international cinema, with a focus on independent and aute…

  • Rally Islas Canariassports
    May· 50k+ visitors

    As a key event in the European Rally Championship, the Rally Islas Canarias attracts top drivers and motorsport enthusia…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?

The best weather in Gran Canaria is from July, June, August, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are June, May, April (5–27 °C).

What is the weather like in Gran Canaria?

Gran Canaria has a climate with an overall score of 7.6/10. Annual temperatures range from 3 °C to 27 °C.

What is the hottest month in Gran Canaria?

The hottest month in Gran Canaria is August, with average highs of 27 °C and lows of 15 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Gran Canaria?

The rainiest month in Gran Canaria is February, with an average of 44 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Gran Canaria?

Peak season in Gran Canaria is January, March, July, August, October, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Gran Canaria?

Shoulder season in Gran Canaria falls in February, September. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.