What's The Weather Like In Gran Canaria In June?
June marks the start of the summer season in Gran Canaria, when the skies are blue, the sun is shining and rainfall almost guaranteed not to appear. A
How Hot Is Gran Canaria In June?
t this time of year, the average temperature is 22°C, created by average highs of 25°C during the daytime and average lows of 19°C after dark, compared to July, which has an average temperature of around 23°C.
June's Highest and Lowest Temperatures
The highest temperature ever recorded in Gran Canaria in June is 36.9°C and the lowest was 12°C in June 1970.
Does It Rain In Gran Canaria In June?
During June, the likelihood of precipitation occurring is practically nil.
How Warm Is The Sea In Gran Canaria In June?
The average sea temperature for the waters around Gran Canaria is mild throughout the year. In June, the sea is 21°C, which is definitely warm enough for swimming in.
June Sunshine Hours
Across June, Gran Canaria enjoys an average of nine hours of daily sunshine.
Is Gran Canaria Windy In June?
Over the course of an average June, wind speeds vary between gentle breezes and strong breezes but rarely rising to higher winds.
Calimas In Gran Canaria
A calima is a weather condition caused by trade winds, which normally blow in a north easterly direction across the Canary Islands, blowing in from the east across the Sahara Desert. When there's a calima, visibility is low due to the high percentage of dust and sand particles in the air and temperatures are high due to the winds having come directly from the west coast of Africa.
Gran Canaria Hotels in June
Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, Corallium Spa and Casino
For a four-star hotel in Gran Canaria which has it all, look no further than the Lopesan Costa Meloneras Resort, This comprehensive luxury resort is located in the south of the island in Meloneras, just 300m away from the closest beach and surrounded by stunning coastal scenery.
For relaxing and wellbeing there are four swimming pools (one which has a manmade beach), tennis courts, fitness centre, spa with hydrothermal circuit and beauty centre. For families, there is a mini golf course, daytime and evening entertainment, kids' club, kids' pool, playground, mini disco and free WiFi access.
There are also two buffet restaurants, two a la carte restaurants, five bars and an onsite casino. As if that wasn't enough, the hotel also provides a free shuttle bus to Lopesan Meloneras Golf and Maspalomas Golf.
Accommodation comes in the form of double rooms, adapted rooms and suites. Each room is 35m2 and boasts mountain, garden or pool views with air conditioning and satellite TV. Suites are 70m2-240m2 and are more lavishly decorated, with a separate living room and bedroom, plus two balconies or terraces.
IFA Buenaventura Hotel
The IFA Buenaventura Hotel is the perfect choice for families on holiday in Gran Canaria, situated in the heart of lively Playa del Ingles, just steps away from the beach and a major shopping and leisure centre.
This hotel offers a huge swimming pool complex with children's zones, sunbathing areas, animation programme in several languages, live music, DJ sets, karaoke sessions, table tennis, water polo, multi-sports court, water gym, regular gym and tennis courts with lessons provided. There is also Bar Honolulu where the shows take place and the Banana Bar which overlooks the swimming pool.
Accommodation options include double rooms and adapted rooms, each of which measures 42m2 and comes with a sea, pool or garden view. Room facilities are fairly basic and include satellite TV, additional sofa bed, balcony or terrace and bathroom with full bath but there are no cooking facilities.
Beaches in Gran Canaria for June
Playa de Las Canteras Beach
is the largest and one of the most popular beaches in Gran Canaria, spanning much of the coastline along the island's capital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. This beach is made up of 3.1km of soft golden sand and since June is one of the quieter months of the year for the island, you're guaranteed to have enough space.
There are loads of onsite facilities, including sun loungers and parasols available to hire, toilets, showers, lifeguard services and beach bars. Thanks to its urban location, there are even more amenities on the promenade, such as hotels, bars, cafés, restaurants, shops and supermarkets.
Because of the coral sandstone located offshore which forms a natural barrier, the sea here is always calm, making it perfect for swimming. Beyond this barrier, known locally as 'la Barra', the sea is a lot rougher and often used by surfers.
Although the winter months are much better than the summer months for surfing, you can practice the water sport in June at this spot during high tide, when waves blow in an easterly direction at 4 m/s and 30% of waves are rideable.
Puerto de Mogan
For something a bit quieter, consider spending the day at Puerto de Mogan . This small bay is located within the peaceful resort of Mogan and is made up of a small crescent-shaped bay of fine golden sand.
On the beach you'll find sun loungers, parasols, pedaloes for hire, canoes for hire and various kiosks selling snacks, ice creams and cool drinks. Steps away from the beach slightly inland, you'll find more international bars, restaurants and supermarkets, plus an assortment of excursions including submarine rides from the neighbouring harbour.
One side of the bay is protected by the resort's harbour, which along with one breakwater protects the beach from any medium or large waves, providing the perfect swimming conditions for everyone. What's more, the area around the breakwater is teeming with tropical fish, which makes it a popular spot for scuba diving and snorkelling.
Bars and Restaurants
Irish Tavern
For a taste of home, stop at the Irish Tavern at the harbour front in Mogán. Established in 1997 by a Canarian and Irish couple, this restaurant serves up traditional Irish breakfasts with fresh juice and tea in the morning, value-for-money daily specials in the afternoon and a variety of fish, meat and pasta dishes on an evening, all topped off with homemade desserts and a big drinks menu comprised of beer, cider, wine, spirits and, of course, Guinness.
Things to do in Gran Canaria in June
Cueva Pintada
If the summer sunshine proves to be a bit much for you, seek some shade . This museum and archaeological park is located in Gáldar in the north of the island and takes visitors back to the past to the days before the Spaniards conquered the island.
Exhibits include a 3D film which explains the conquest of Gran Canaria, various displays full of ancient artefacts recovered from across Europe and a panoramic projection which incorporates real images and computer-generated graphics to show what the island looked like long ago.
If you visit on the first weekend of the month or June 29th (international archaeology day) you'll be granted free access to the museum. Cueva Pintada is open Tuesday to Saturday 10.30am- 7.30pm and on Sundays and bank holidays 11am- 7pm.
Palmitos Park
June is a very quiet month, making it a great time to visit popular attractions like Palmitos Park. This park and zoo is best known for its 3000m2 dolphinarium surrounded by show seating for 1,500 people. Another popular highlight is the interactive cage where visitors can get a hands-on experience with some of the park's birds.
Throughout the park there are loads of habitats where you'll find emus, pelicans, hornbills, tucans, parrots, aardvarks, wallabies, meerkats and talapoins, plus Primates Island where the gibbons and orang-utans live. There's also La Palapa Restaurant which serves salads, grilled meat, pasta and ice cream, as well as the gift shop where you can pick up DVDs, t-shirts, hats, stationery and toys.
