Gran Canaria

Surprising landscapes and never-ending summer.

4.1

out of 5

Gran Canaria is an island of extremes: one moment, you’re on a sun-drenched beach, the next you’re scaling a snow-capped peak. The coastline is awash with dramatic cliffs, sheltered coves, and white-sand beaches, while the interior is a rugged, mountainous wilderness. The capital, Las Palmas, is a lively city with a cosmopolitan feel, and there’s plenty of nightlife and shopping to be had. Away from the bustle, there are quieter villages where you can enjoy a traditional meal and watch the world go by.

Average temperatures during the day in Gran Canaria.

April

19°

May

20°

Jun

22°

Jul

24°

Aug

24°

Sep

24°

Oct

23°

Nov

20°

Dec

18°

Jan

18°

Feb

18°

Mar

18°

Average temperatures during the day in Gran Canaria.

What to do in Gran Canaria

The warmest places in Europe during winter

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The warmest place in Europe

Gran Canaria is one of the Canary Islands and a very popular warm-weather destination. The Canary Islands is a group of islands that are part of Spain but sit off the coast of Africa. They have a unique weather climate in the winter due to their location in the Atlantic Ocean and their position along the equator.

Gran Canaria is famous for its year-round warm climate, beautiful beaches, and diverse landscape, which includes mountains, forests, and deserts. The island also has a unique blend of Spanish and African cultures. Las Palmas in the northern part is by far the most exciting and authentic city on the island. The tourist zone in the south is slightly warmer, making beach destinations such as Maspalomas very popular too.

Weather in Gran Canaria in January, February, and March

Average low: 16°C

Average high: 19°C

Sunshine per day: 8h

Total: 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞

In the winter, Gran Canaria typically has warm and pleasant weather. The days are sunny with clear skies. The nights are cool with a light breeze. Sunshine is plentiful, with an average of 8 hours per day. The humidity is relatively low, and there is little wind. It is a great time to visit the island, as the temperatures are warm enough to enjoy the outdoors but not too hot to be uncomfortable.

What people say about Gran Canaria

4.1

People

Food

Spaces

Value

Safety

Barbara Palm

I like the town Las Palmas very much.
Las Palmas is a wonderful city, which has everything.
Nice beaches, harbor and Old Town.
You can walk everywhere and there are nice footpaths along the water.

The food is very good and there are a lot of places where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.

Anders

Gran Canaria is a bit hard to review for me.

The nature is great, the island has everything from dramatic mountains, volcanoes, and forests to deserts, palm trees, and beautiful beaches. Next time I will bring my hiking boots!

The southern part of the island has a bunch of very touristy villages that at least seem to exist mainly for Northern European tourists that want things to be like home but with better weather and prices. These places are pretty boring, the food is boring, and everything feels fake. There are great activities though, and the climate is perfect. I had a blast taking a padel course in Puerto Rico, and I can't complain about the amazing view from the balcony of the apartment we rented.

The northern part of the island has Las Palmas which was a much more enjoyable city than I expected. The food was great, the people were great, and it felt like a part of real Spain. If I go back to Gran Canaria, it will be to stay in Las Palmas and explore the nature and towns away from the tourist zone.

Uyen

We travelled to Gran Canary Island in March 2021 when travel restrictions for the Island had been a bit more relaxed. We started the trip by staying at Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria. The weather was delightful. The place is beautiful with a lovely beach though the restaurants are pretty touristy: most of them serve the same extensive menu in different languages. The last few days of the trip, we stayed in the centre of Las Palmas, the city of Gran Canary Island. Las Palmas was much livelier and had a more local feeling. The food scene was such an upgrade compared to Puerto Rico.
Overall, we had a great time in Gran Canary Island: safe destination, walkable city, good value for money, great foods, and pleasant weather. If you live in Europe and want to get away from dark and cold winter, Gran Canary Island is a good option for a week or weekend getaway.

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