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Best Time to Visit Gran Canaria
Real month-by-month weather for Gran Canaria, and real flight prices from London — so "best time" here means something you can check, not a generic guess. August runs warmest (30°C avg high).
Gran Canaria by month: weather & fares
Weather is averaged from 3 years of real historical data. Fares are the real cheapest on file from London that month.
| Month | Avg high / low | Avg rainfall | Cheapest fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22° / 17°C | ~9mm | — |
| February | 22° / 16°C | ~6mm | — |
| March | 23° / 17°C | ~22mm | — |
| April | 24° / 18°C | ~14mm | — |
| May | 24° / 19°C | ~4mm | — |
| June | 26° / 20°C | ~10mm | — |
| July | 28° / 23°C | ~0mm | — |
| August | 30° / 24°C | ~1mm | — |
| September | 27° / 22°C | ~5mm | — |
| October | 27° / 22°C | ~12mm | — |
| November | 25° / 20°C | ~10mm | — |
| December | 22° / 17°C | ~15mm | — |
Planning tips for Gran Canaria
- Compare the weather and fare columns above together — the cheapest month isn't always the best-weather month.
- Shoulder-season travel (just before or after the busiest months) often balances good weather against lower prices.
- Book 4-8 weeks ahead where possible — a general pattern, not a guarantee for this specific destination.
- Check nearby airports above if Gran Canaria has real alternatives — a short extra journey can mean a much lower fare.
- Factor in local public holidays and school terms at your destination, not just at home — prices and crowds follow both.
- Re-check rainfall, not just temperature — a warm month can still be a very wet one.
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FAQs — Best time to visit Gran Canaria
August has the highest average temperatures, based on 3 years of real historical weather data.