Best Beaches in the Canary Islands in April
We rank the 5 beaches to visit in the Canary Islands in April. Playa de Sotavento (Spain) comes first with 4.7 / 5, followed by Playa de Cofete, Playa de Papagayo.
The sea reaches about 21 degrees C in season, and most of these beaches are at their best from April to October. 2 of the 5 have easy access, and 1 are hidden gems.
1Playa de Sotavento
Jandia, Fuerteventura · 4.7 / 5 · Moderate access · about 22 °CA very long beach of pale sand on the south of Fuerteventura, with a shallow turquoise lagoon and a sandbar that changes with the tides.
2Playa de Cofete
Fuerteventura, Canary Islands, Spain · 4.6 / 5 · Challenging access · about 20 °CA wide, wild beach of golden sand below the Jandia mountains, with strong waves and very few facilities.
3Playa de Papagayo
Playa Blanca, Lanzarote · 4.6 / 5 · Moderate access · about 21 °CA golden cove at the foot of dark volcanic cliffs on the south coast of Lanzarote.
4El Cotillo Beach
El Cotillo, Fuerteventura · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 22 °CA wide sandy beach near the fishing village of El Cotillo on the north-west coast of Fuerteventura, known for clear turquoise water, steady wind and windsurfers.
5Playa de Famara
Caleta de Famara, Teguise, Lanzarote · 4.5 / 5 · Easy access · about 22 °CA long, wide sandy beach on the north-west coast of Lanzarote, framed by the dramatic Famara cliffs and popular with surfers and kitesurfers.
Quick comparison
| # | Beach | Country | Score | Water | Best season | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Playa de Sotavento | Spain | 4.7 | 22 °C | April–October | Moderate |
| 2 | Playa de Cofete | Spain | 4.6 | 20 °C | April–October | Challenging |
| 3 | Playa de Papagayo | Spain | 4.6 | 21 °C | April–October | Moderate |
| 4 | El Cotillo Beach | Spain | 4.5 | 22 °C | April–October | Easy |
| 5 | Playa de Famara | Spain | 4.5 | 22 °C | April–October | Easy |
How we picked these beaches
Included when the beach usual swimming season covers the month, then ranked by editorial score. See how we rate beaches for the full method.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the top-rated beaches to visit in the Canary Islands in April?
Our top three are Playa de Sotavento (4.7 out of 5), Playa de Cofete (4.6 out of 5), Playa de Papagayo (4.6 out of 5). Scores are editorial ratings from the EuroShores team.
When is the best time to visit these beaches?
Most are at their best from April to October. Water temperatures average about 21 degrees C in season. Each beach page lists its exact season.
Which of these beaches are easiest to reach?
El Cotillo Beach, Playa de Famara have easy access. The others need a walk, stairs or a rougher road, so check the access note on each page.
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