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Gran Canaria

Spain·🌊 Coastal

In Spain's Canary Islands off the coast of northwestern Africa, Gran Canaria is a miniature continent with dunes, mountains, and subtropical valleys. The dunes of Maspalomas and the old town of Las Palmas are the island's highlights.

What awaits you

BeachHikingActiveLocal cuisineNatureBy the sea

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 32°C with 12h of sunshine per day.

In July–October, water temperatures reach a pleasant 25°C — perfect for swimming.

Insider tip: May — a pleasant 25°C with fewer visitors.

Mild year-round: even in winter 23°C.

Max. temperature
23°
Jan
23°
Feb
24°
Mar
25°
Apr
25°
May
26°
Jun
31°
Jul
32°
Aug
27°
Sep
28°
Oct
27°
Nov
23°
Dec
Water temperature
21°
Jan
20°
Feb
20°
Mar
21°
Apr
22°
May
23°
Jun
24°
Jul
24°
Aug
25°
Sep
24°
Oct
23°
Nov
22°
Dec
Sunshine hours
9h
Jan
10h
Feb
11h
Mar
12h
Apr
12h
May
12h
Jun
12h
Jul
12h
Aug
11h
Sep
10h
Oct
9h
Nov
9h
Dec
Rain days
2d
Jan
3d
Feb
4d
Mar
4d
Apr
2d
May
2d
Jun
0d
Jul
0d
Aug
3d
Sep
2d
Oct
3d
Nov
3d
Dec

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Gran Canaria as a Vacation Destination

Gran Canaria is an excellent choice for beach holidays, hiking trips, active holidays. Its coastal location offers direct access to the sea and plenty of water activities. The best time to visit is July, August, October with temperatures up to 32°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: excellent local cuisine, stunning natural landscapes. The best months for swimming are July, August, September, October with water temperatures up to 25°C.

Good to know

Price level
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Local languages
ES
Camping
Tent