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Long days and great hiking at altitude before the summer holiday rush. Corpus Christi flower carpets in La Orotava often fall in June.

BestWarm, highs near 77F (25C), sea warming
Teide, Canary Islands
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The straight answer

June is one of the best months of the year to visit Canary Islands. Long days and great hiking at altitude before the summer holiday rush. Corpus Christi flower carpets in La Orotava often fall in June.

Weather
Warm, highs near 77F (25C), sea warming
Crowds
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Prices
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What June is like in Canary Islands

June is warm, with highs near 77F (25C), and the sea is warming. Days are long, and hiking at altitude is great before the summer holiday rush. Corpus Christi flower carpets in La Orotava often fall in June, depending on the year. Crowds and prices are moderate. Northern coasts can be cloudier, but the south stays sunny, and the trade winds keep afternoons comfortable.

It suits families, hikers, and beach lovers who want long days without July and August crowds. Kids will enjoy calm beaches like Playa de Mogan. If you want the warmest water, wait for September.

Make the most of June

What is especially good about Canary Islands this month.

01

La Orotava's flower carpets

When Corpus Christi lands in June, the streets fill with intricate carpets of petals and volcanic sand.

02

Long days for Teide hikes

Long daylight gives time for Teide National Park, but bring layers since the summit can be much cooler.

03

Calm family beaches

Playa de Mogan on Gran Canaria has calm water that is great for small kids.

What to pack for June

  • Swimsuits and water shoes
  • A warm layer for Teide
  • High-SPF sunscreen
  • A sun hat

Our timing tip

Book Teide summit permits well in advance, and go early in the morning when winds are calmer.

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What's on in June

Corpus Christi flower carpets, La Orotava

Late May or June, following the Corpus Christi date

Intricate carpets of petals and volcanic sand laid in the streets of La Orotava on Tenerife.

Things to do in Canary Islands

Full guide
01

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.

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02

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.

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03

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.

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04

Maspalomas Dunes, Gran Canaria

A protected dune field on the south coast. Walk it at sunrise before the heat and the crowds.

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05

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.

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06

Garajonay National Park, La Gomera

A UNESCO-listed laurel cloud forest, a day trip by ferry from Tenerife.

Tickets and tours →

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 June, quick answers

Is June a good time to visit Canary Islands?

June is one of the best months of the year to visit Canary Islands. Long days and great hiking at altitude before the summer holiday rush. Corpus Christi flower carpets in La Orotava often fall in June.

What is the weather like in Canary Islands in June?

Warm, highs near 77F (25C), sea warming.

Is Canary Islands crowded in June?

Crowds in Canary Islands are moderate in June; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.

What is happening in Canary Islands in June?

Corpus Christi flower carpets, La Orotava (late may or june, following the corpus christi date).

Keep planning Canary Islands.

The months either side, and the best one if this is not it.

  1. 01Canary Islands in MayThe month before: Warm and dry, highs near 75F (24C)Best
  2. 02Canary Islands in JulyThe month after: Warm and dry, highs near 80F (27C), windy on eastern islandsGood
  3. 03Canary Islands in SeptemberThe next best month: Warm, highs near 82F (28C), sea at its warmest near 73F (23C)Best

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