Best time to visit Gran Canaria (and when it is crowded)

Gran Canaria month by month

How crowded Gran Canaria gets in each month, so you can pick a quieter time to visit.

Gran Canaria in January

Moderate

Gran Canaria in February

Moderate

Gran Canaria in March

Moderate

Gran Canaria in April

Moderate

Gran Canaria in May

Moderate

Gran Canaria in June

Busy

Gran Canaria in July

Busy

Gran Canaria in August

Busy

Gran Canaria in September

Moderate

Gran Canaria in October

Moderate

Gran Canaria in November

Moderate

Gran Canaria in December

Moderate

A typical year, week by week

Quieter alternatives

Similar places that stay calmer in peak season.

Keep exploring

• Where to go in January to avoid the crowds
• See the most crowded destinations, ranked by crowd data
• Read our less crowded travel guides

Common questions

Is Gran Canaria busy?

Gran Canaria gets busiest in June, July, and August. Crowd levels ease off outside that window, so you can time a trip around the peak.

When is the best time to visit Gran Canaria?

For thinner crowds, visit Gran Canaria in January, February, March, November, and December, when travel demand is at its lowest.

When is Gran Canaria least crowded?

Gran Canaria is least crowded in January, February, March, November, and December.