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Canary Islands in April
Easter week brings a surge of Spanish and European families; outside it, April is calm and very good value.
The straight answer
April is a good month to visit Canary Islands. Easter week brings a surge of Spanish and European families; outside it, April is calm and very good value.
- Weather
- Pleasant, highs near 73F (23C)
- Crowds
- 3 of 5
- Prices
- 3 of 5
What April is like in Canary Islands
April is pleasant, with highs near 73F (23C). Easter week brings a surge of Spanish and European families, and prices jump for those days. Outside Easter, April is calm and very good value, with sunny days and green hills. The sea is still cool but fine for a quick swim on warm afternoons. Nothing closes, and hiking weather is still very good.
It suits families on spring break, walkers, and anyone wanting sunshine at fair prices. Check the Easter dates before booking. If you want the quietest, cheapest month with great weather, May is even better.
Make the most of April
What is especially good about Canary Islands this month.
Timanfaya's fire demonstrations
On Lanzarote, rangers pour water into the ground and it erupts as steam. Kids love it.
Cesar Manrique's Lanzarote
Jameos del Agua, the Mirador del Rio, and the Cactus Garden are pleasant to explore in mild spring weather.
Good-value weeks outside Easter
The weeks before and after Easter bring lower prices and calm beaches.
What to pack for April
- Light clothes and a sweater
- Beachwear
- Walking shoes
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
Our timing tip
Avoid Easter week unless you book early, and aim for the weeks right after it for lower prices.
Book Canary Islands for April.
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- Hotels for April
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in Canary IslandsOpens a hotel search for Canary Islands in April, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
Vacation rentals. Vrbo
Vacation rentals in Canary IslandsWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
Tours and tickets. Expedia
Tours and tickets in Canary IslandsTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Canary Islands for April. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Canary Islands
Teide National Park and cable car
The cable car climbs to about 11,660 feet (3,555 m). The final path to the summit needs a free permit booked well in advance. Winds can halt the cable car in any season.
Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote
A landscape of craters and lava from 18th-century eruptions, visited by coach route from the Montanas del Fuego visitor center.
Cesar Manrique's Lanzarote
Jameos del Agua, the Mirador del Rio, and the Cactus Garden show how one artist shaped an entire island's look.
Maspalomas Dunes, Gran Canaria
A protected dune field on the south coast. Walk it at sunrise before the heat and the crowds.
Roque Nublo, Gran Canaria
A volcanic monolith at the island's high center reached by a short, popular hike. Go early; parking fills fast on weekends.
Garajonay National Park, La Gomera
A UNESCO-listed laurel cloud forest, a day trip by ferry from Tenerife.
Beat the crowds
- Avoid the Christmas to New Year fortnight, February half-term, Easter week, and August if price matters; the same weather is available for much less in May, June, and October.
- Book the Teide summit permit weeks or months ahead and take the first cable car of the day to beat both queues and afternoon cloud.
- Stay outside the big southern resorts: Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife, Agaete on Gran Canaria, or rural casas on La Gomera and La Palma.
- Do Timanfaya and Jameos del Agua at opening, before tour coaches arrive from the resorts.
Know before you go
- Nothing closes for a season. Hotels, restaurants, parks, and beaches operate all year.
- The Teide cable car stops in high winds or ice, and the summit trail requires a permit. Winter storms occasionally close the park's upper roads.
- Calima dust episodes, most common in summer and winter, can bring haze, poor air quality, and flight disruptions for a day or two.
- Sundays and public holidays close many shops in towns, though resort areas stay open.
Canary Islands in April, quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Canary Islands?
April is a good month to visit Canary Islands. Easter week brings a surge of Spanish and European families; outside it, April is calm and very good value.
What is the weather like in Canary Islands in April?
Pleasant, highs near 73F (23C).
Is Canary Islands crowded in April?
Crowds in Canary Islands are moderate in April; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.
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