Gran Canaria in April typically offers families warm, sunny days and mild nights. This month sees moderate crowds and generally good value compared to peak summer. April is also the wettest month of the year here, though rainfall remains low overall.
Quick verdict
8.1/10
overall family rating for April
April ranks #6 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Gran Canaria.
Great for
· Outdoor adventures
· School holiday escapes
· Families seeking mild weather
Things to consider
· You want the driest weather
· You prefer quieter resorts
Weather
9.0/10
Excellent
Crowds
6.5/10
Moderate
Value
8.0/10
Good
Weather in Gran Canaria in April
Average daytime high
22.5°C
Average nighttime low
16.1°C
Rainy days
~6
Average sunshine
~12 hrs/day
April generally brings average highs of 22.5°C and lows around 16.1°C, with nearly 12 hours of sunshine per day. There are about 6 days with some rain, making it the wettest month, but total rainfall is still modest.
Based on historical climate averages from the latest 10 complete years (2016–2025).
Crowds and value in April
Crowds
Moderate
Relative value
Good
Crowds are moderate in April, so popular spots are lively but not overly busy.
Families typically find better value in April than during the summer peak.
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators comparing months within
Gran Canaria. They are not measured visitor numbers or live prices.
Gran Canaria temperatures throughout the year
Gran Canaria temperatures throughout the year
Month
High
Low
January
21.1°C
14.8°C
February
21.6°C
14.9°C
March
22.0°C
15.2°C
April
(selected month)
22.5°C
16.1°C
May
23.9°C
17.3°C
June
25.6°C
19.0°C
July
29.2°C
21.6°C
August
30.5°C
23.2°C
September
27.8°C
21.2°C
October
26.7°C
20.4°C
November
24.3°C
18.2°C
December
21.8°C
15.9°C
April is typically similar temperatures than March and cooler by 1.4°C than May.
Rainy days throughout the year
A day counts as rainy when it records at least 1 mm of precipitation.
Rainy days throughout the year
Month
Rainy days
Rainfall
January
2.4
22 mm
February
3.4
29 mm
March
5.9
29 mm
April
(selected month)
6.2
29 mm
May
3.5
12 mm
June
1.9
7 mm
July
0.4
1 mm
August
0.4
1 mm
September
1.8
10 mm
October
2.9
18 mm
November
4.7
26 mm
December
2.9
17 mm
July is typically the driest month and April the wettest.
Best months for a family holiday in Gran Canaria
Best months for a family holiday in Gran Canaria
Month
Family score
January
8.2
February
8.2
March
8.1
April
(selected month)
8.1
May
7.4
June
7.0
July
5.5
August
5.5
September
8.1
October
8.5
November
8.5
December
8.2
April ranks #6 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Gran Canaria.
Families looking for a relaxing holiday with children-friendly amenities.
Kids club
Splash pool
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Splash pool, Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette. Altamadores in Gran Canaria is a family-friendly hotel featuring a children's pool, splash zone, and kids club, making it ideal for families seeking relaxation and fun.
Families seeking a beach getaway with kid-friendly amenities.
Kids club
Splash pool
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Splash pool, Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette. Altamar Hotel in Gran Canaria offers family-friendly amenities including a kids' club, children's pool, and spacious apartments. It's conveniently located near several beautiful beaches.
Families seeking a comfortable stay with beach access and family-friendly amenities.
Kids club
Water slides
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette. Anfi Beach in Gran Canaria offers family-friendly accommodations with a kids club, multiple pools, and proximity to beautiful beaches.
Families looking for comfortable bungalows with kid-friendly amenities.
Kids club
Children's pool
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Children's pool, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style. Caybeach Princess in Gran Canaria offers family-friendly bungalows with a mini club and children's heated pool, just 2.5 km from Maspalomas Beach.
Families looking for a beach getaway with child-friendly facilities.
Kids club
Water slides
Splash pool
Children's pool
Baby cots
Family rooms
Family strengths from stored data: Kids club, Water slides, Splash pool, Children's pool, Baby cots. Gloria Palace San Agustín offers family-friendly amenities including a kids club, splash park, and outdoor pools, just a short walk from the beach.
Families looking for spacious accommodations near the beach.
Children's pool
Baby cots
Family rooms
Kitchenette
Apartment style
Near beach
Family strengths from stored data: Children's pool, Baby cots, Family rooms, Kitchenette, Apartment style. Norcopia in Gran Canaria offers family-friendly apartments with a children's pool, just a short walk from Playa de las Burras beach. Ideal for families seeking a quiet getaway.
April is historically the wettest month, but rain is usually light and brief. Long sunshine hours make it easy to plan outdoor activities. Sea temperature data is not available for this month.
On average, daytime highs reach 22.5°C and nights are mild at 16.1°C.
Is April a rainy month in Gran Canaria?
April is the wettest month, with about 6 days of rain, but total rainfall is still low at 29.4 mm.
Are beaches crowded in April?
Crowds are moderate, so beaches and attractions are lively but not packed.
Is April a good value month for families?
April generally offers good value compared to the summer high season.
How much sunshine can we expect in April?
There are typically nearly 12 hours of sunshine per day.
Data sources
Historical weather averages are calculated from
Open-Meteo
historical weather data
using the latest 10 complete calendar years (2016–2025).
Crowd and value levels are editorial seasonality indicators, not measured statistics.
Scores are calculated deterministically from the values shown on this page.
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