Gran Canaria in July typically offers hot, sunny days with almost no rain. This is one of the driest and sunniest months of the year, but it is also one of the busiest and least affordable times for families.
Quick verdict
5.5/10
overall family rating for July
July ranks #11 out of 12 months for a family holiday in Gran Canaria.
Great for
· Families tied to school holidays
· Sunseekers
· Outdoor activities
Things to consider
· Prefer quieter destinations
· Looking for better value
· Traveling with very young children
Weather
8.5/10
Very good
Crowds
3.0/10
Very high
Value
3.0/10
Poor
Weather in Gran Canaria in July
Average daytime high
29.2°C
Average nighttime low
21.6°C
Rainy days
~0
Average sunshine
~13 hrs/day
July generally brings high temperatures around 29°C and very little rainfall, with nearly 13 hours of sunshine each day.
Based on historical climate averages from the latest 10 complete years (2016–2025).
Crowds and value in July
Crowds
Very high
Relative value
Poor
Crowds are very high in July, making popular spots much busier than other times of year.
July is considered a poor value month, with prices and demand at their 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
22.5°C
16.1°C
May
23.9°C
17.3°C
June
25.6°C
19.0°C
July
(selected month)
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
July is typically warmer by 3.6°C than June and cooler by 1.3°C than August.
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
6.2
29 mm
May
3.5
12 mm
June
1.9
7 mm
July
(selected month)
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
8.1
May
7.4
June
7.0
July
(selected month)
5.5
August
5.5
September
8.1
October
8.5
November
8.5
December
8.2
July ranks #11 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.
Book accommodation and activities well in advance due to high demand. Expect busy beaches and attractions throughout the month. If you prefer quieter holidays, consider visiting in a less crowded month.
On average, daytime highs reach 29.2°C, with warm nights around 21.6°C.
Is July a rainy month in Gran Canaria?
July is the driest month, with almost no rain—just 0.4 days of rainfall on average.
How busy is Gran Canaria in July?
Crowds are very high, making it one of the busiest months for visitors.
Is July a good value month for families?
July is considered poor value due to high demand and peak season pricing.
How does July compare to June and August?
July is hotter and drier than June, and slightly cooler than August, which is the warmest month.
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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